This occupation employs 111,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 104,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -7,400 jobs (+-6.6%).
There are 10,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -740 jobs created from growth and 11,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,500 people are expected to retire and 7,500 are expected to switch occupations.