This occupation employs 62,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 68,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,300 jobs (+8.4%).
There are 10,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 530 jobs created from growth and 10,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,100 people are expected to retire and 5,900 are expected to switch occupations.