In 2017, nearly all occupation clusters in the Rural Capital Area are projected to experience employment gains. Total employment is forecast to grow 4.3 percent this year, according to projections from national data provider EMSI.

Social Sciences is expected to be the single fastest growing occupation cluster in the region, rising 5.5 percent in 2017. Engineering, Social Services and Computer & Math are also projected to support strong job growth at 5.4, 5.4 and 5.3 percents, respectively. Ad...