Career Outlook for Chemists
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The overall job outlook for Chemist careers has been relatively unchanged since 2004. Vacancies for this career have slightly decreased by -0.67 percent nationwide in that time, with an average decline of -0.11 percent per year. Demand for Chemists is expected to go up, with an expected 6,220 new jobs filled by 2018. This represents an annual increase of 0.97 percent over the next few years.

TOP STATES
There are currently more Chemists in the following states
California | 10,870 |
New Jersey | 5,640 |
Texas | 5,080 |
Pennsylvania | 4,250 |
New York | 3,980 |
Massachusetts | 3,560 |
Maryland | 3,550 |

BOTTOM STATES
The states below have the least number of filled positions for Chemists
North Dakota | 70 |
South Dakota | 90 |
Wyoming | 100 |
Vermont | 110 |
Hawaii | 140 |
New Hampshire | 140 |
Alaska | 160 |