This occupation employs 127,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 130,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,500 jobs (+2.7%).
There are 9,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 350 jobs created from growth and 9,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,000 people are expected to retire and 4,600 are expected to switch occupations.