This occupation employs 41,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 36,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -5,300 jobs (+-12.7%).
There are 4,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -530 jobs created from growth and 4,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,200 people are expected to retire and 2,400 are expected to switch occupations.