Geothermal electric power generation
NAICS Code: 221116
BLS projects Geothermal electric power generation to grow +41.4% through 2034 - 39.0 points faster than the 2.4% average across 291 U.S. industries, faster-growing than 99% of them. It is one of the faster-growing industries in the dataset.
Where Geothermal electric power generation sits among all industries
Projected 2024-2034 growth across 291 U.S. industries (BLS). This industry is marked in rose.
Where Geothermal electric power generation sits by projected growth
Projected employment change across tracked industries
41.4% Top 1% higher than 99% of 291 industries
Industries, banded by projected growth
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Source BLS Employment Projections · 2026-05-15
Expansion read
Signature: +41.4% projected BLS growth for Geothermal electric power generation .
Growth is projected above the typical industry, while the public-company sample in this sector is mid-sized - treat the listed firms as illustrative peers rather than a complete employer census.
NAICS 221116 · 1,200 workers (2024, ×1k) · source BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034. Employer AI grades are occupation-weighted scores from our SEC cohort, not automation predictions for every establishment in Geothermal electric power generation.
Peer Industries by Employment
How Geothermal electric power generation (NAICS 221116) compares to industries of similar size, ordered by 2024 BLS employment.
| Industry | 2024 | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Scenic and sightseeing transportation, other | 2,800 | +2.8% |
| Biomass electric power generation | 2,400 | +1.9% |
| Business schools and computer and management training; local | 2,300 | +6.5% |
| Other schools and instruction; state | 1,600 | +4.4% |
| Geothermal electric power generation | 1,200 | +41.4% |
| Specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals; local | 700 | -1.3% |
Peers are selected by similarity in 2024 employment. Figures in thousands. Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work in Geothermal electric power generation?
As of 2024, the Geothermal electric power generation industry employs approximately 1,200 workers in the United States, according to BLS Employment Projections data.
Is Geothermal electric power generation growing or declining?
The Geothermal electric power generation industry is projected to grow by 41.4% from 2024 to 2034, a net change of +500 jobs over the decade.
Which public companies sit near Geothermal electric power generation?
We have not yet matched a public-company cohort to Geothermal electric power generation. Browse the employer AI risk directory for sector-level peers.
How will AI affect the Geothermal electric power generation industry?
AI impact on the Geothermal electric power generation industry depends on the occupation mix inside it. View occupation-level AI exposure scores and employer risk grades for the measurable signals we publish.
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Projections 2024-2034; SEC employer metadata for AI grades Employment figures in thousands. Employer grades are occupation-weighted exposure scores, not firm automation forecasts