Table 6
Goldman Sachs economists predict that trucking will shed about 300,000 jobs per year starting in about 25 years
| Occupation | Total number of jobs, May 2015 | Range of number of jobs threatened |
|---|---|---|
| Bus drivers, transit and intercity | 168,620 | 101,170–168,620 |
| Light truck or delivery services drivers | 826,510 | 165,300–495,910 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | 1,678,280 | 1,342,620–1,678,208 |
| Bus drivers, school and special client | 505,560 | 151,670–202,220 |
| Taxi drivers and chauffeurs | 180,960 | 108,580–180,960 |
| Self-employed drivers | 364,000 | 328,000–364,000 |
| Total jobs | 3,723,930 | 2,196,940–3,089,990 |
Source: Ed Wytkind
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