This occupation employs 83,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 88,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,500 jobs (+6.6%).
There are 10,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 550 jobs created from growth and 9,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,800 people are expected to retire and 7,900 are expected to switch occupations.