What's the job picture for 2008 like in your area? NPA Data Services, of Arlington, Va., has computed employment forecasts for nine different regions.

While circumstances can change quickly, and even metro areas and cities within the same region can vary, the projections give some insight into how promising the job market is in various parts of the country.

To see what is happening in your area next year, pass your cursor over a region.

2008 job outlook by region

Place your cursor over the region to view the information.