Skill Demand Index
PowerBI — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 12 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0.2%
Demand Rate
L1
Median Depth
92%
Gap Rate
12
Jobs Analyzed
Minimal
Most employers want PowerBI at introductory awareness.
Overview
What is PowerBI?
Market context for PowerBI in the current job market
PowerBI is required in 0.2% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for PowerBI typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for PowerBI:
- •Required in 0.2% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L1 depth — foundational knowledge with practical application
- •Most demand comes from Data Analysis roles — 33% of all PowerBI jobs
What L1 means in practice:
L1 (Minimal) means you can discuss the concept but haven’t used it in production. Many entry-level positions accept this.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used PowerBI once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.
Common skill gaps:
The gap rate of 92% means most applicants lack PowerBI at the depth employers need. This is a real opportunity for candidates who invest in building genuine proficiency.
Which roles need PowerBI most:
Data Analysis positions drive 33% of demand. Other and Marketing also frequently list PowerBI as a requirement. Skills commonly paired with PowerBI include Bachelor's Degree and SQL.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match PowerBI requirements across 12 scored evaluations
Average depth: L1.2·Median depth: L1.0
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How PowerBI affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without PowerBI
$141K
Median $133K
1228 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“PowerBI appears in 0.2% of all scored jobs.”
From 12 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside PowerBI
Role Breakdown
Top Role Categories
Job categories most likely to require PowerBI
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often PowerBI is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
High gap rate — most candidates are underqualified
When PowerBI appears in a job's requirements, 92% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
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