This occupation employs 21,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 23,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,700 jobs (+7.6%).
There are 1,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 170 jobs created from growth and 1,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.