This occupation employs 27,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 28,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+1.9%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 2,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,900 are expected to switch occupations.