This occupation employs 87,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 91,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,600 jobs (+5.3%).
There are 8,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 460 jobs created from growth and 7,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,400 people are expected to retire and 5,100 are expected to switch occupations.