Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other

SOC: 39-9099 O*NET: 39-9099.00
Median Salary
$41,600
per year
Job Growth
📈 5.9%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
14.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A

All personal care and service workers not listed separately.

What does a Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other do?

All personal care and service workers not listed separately.

How much can you earn?

Entry Level
$27,480
10th percentile
Early Career
$34,180
25th percentile
Median
$41,600
50th percentile
Experienced
$42,710
75th percentile
Top Earners
$48,910
90th percentile

National Salary Distribution

10th
$27,480
25th
$34,180
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$41,600
Mean: $40,120
75th
$42,710
90th
$48,910
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)

Key Insights

  • •Salary range spans $21,430 from entry level to top earners
  • •Middle 50% earn between $34,180 and $42,710
  • •Salary spread is 20.5% around the median, showing low variation
  • •Total national employment: 60,420 professionals

What's the job outlook?

Job Market Intelligence

Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:94,600

Top Industries

Social Assistance42%
Individual and Family Services40.6%
Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities40.1%

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:+5.9%
Annual Openings:14,400

Employment Projections

2025 (Current)94,600
Current
2035 (Projected)100,200
+5.9%
+5,600
Employment Change
+5.9%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: As fast as average

Geographic Salary & Employment Data

Explore where Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States

Showing 15 of 46 locations
Oregon
22,930 jobs$41,60029.99x
California
4,770 jobs$39,8600.67x
Florida
3,590 jobs$35,1500.93x
Georgia
2,250 jobs$25,1301.18x
Pennsylvania
1,980 jobs$27,5900.84x
Maryland
1,860 jobs$37,4401.74x
Virginia
1,570 jobs$33,9100.98x
Nevada
1,450 jobs$34,9602.41x
New Jersey
1,440 jobs$39,2100.87x
Louisiana
1,420 jobs$33,0601.90x
Texas
1,400 jobs$37,4400.26x
Hawaii
1,340 jobs$34,1805.49x
Colorado
1,280 jobs$37,9301.15x
Ohio
1,200 jobs$28,6000.56x
Utah
1,160 jobs$36,9201.72x

Understanding the Data

Location Quotient (LQ):

  • • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
  • • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
  • • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average

Data Source:

Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

Key Growth Factors

  • •Average growth expected

What technology will you use?

Technology & Digital Skills

Essential technology proficiencies for Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other

Technology Intensity
Low

Digital Literacy Requirements

This career requires basic digital literacy

1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert

Key Digital Competencies:

Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management

Technology Stack

Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.

📚 Technology Learning Resources

Recommended Certifications

  • •Vendor-specific software certifications
  • •Industry-recognized technology credentials
  • •Professional development courses

Online Learning Platforms

  • •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
  • •Coursera - University-level programs
  • •Udemy - Practical skills training

💡 Technology Skill Development Tips

  • •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
  • •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
  • •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
  • •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers

What's the work environment like?

🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE

💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?

Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:

  • •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
  • •Can you meet low physical demands?

What career paths are available?

Career Pathways

0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase

Advancement Opportunities

Typical career progression paths from Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other

💡 Career Planning Tips

  • •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
  • •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
  • •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
  • •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves

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