This occupation employs 64,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 70,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,400 jobs (+8.4%).
There are 5,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 540 jobs created from growth and 5,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,600 people are expected to retire and 2,400 are expected to switch occupations.