This occupation employs 78,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 83,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,000 jobs (+6.4%).
There are 9,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 500 jobs created from growth and 8,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,900 people are expected to retire and 5,700 are expected to switch occupations.