TECH JOB DATA
AI-Related Skills Since generative AI’s widespread release in 2022, the number of job postings requiring AI-related skills has increased significantly. While many postings are concentrated among the tech sector, companies across industries are hiring talent with relevant AI skills. From 2025 to 2026, job postings in Greater Grand Rapids with at least one AI-related skill grew 84% .
2026
2,303 JOB 1,254 JOB 2025 Source: Lightcast (12-month period aggregated July to June.)
POSTINGS 464 COMPANIES POSTINGS 319 COMPANIES
In 2026, Grand Rapids ranked 8th among peer metros in: The concentration of AI-related job postings compared to total job postings in each market. Median advertised salaries for new job postings that reference AI-related skills.
Source: Lightcast (12-month period aggregated July to June.)
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