Figure 1. Projected Demand for STEM Jobs for SECC and TXCC States by 2018

State

Demand for STEM Jobs STEM Jobs Requiring Postsecondary Education and Training
2008 2018 Increase

Alabama

89,730

105,570

18%

91%

Georgia

168,650

196,640

17%

90%

Louisiana

61,610

66,250

8%

83%

Mississippi

36,260

42,970

18%

87%

South Carolina

71,990

81,140

13%

88%

Texas

584,120

715,380

22%

91%

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