This occupation employs 26,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 25,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,100 jobs (+-4%).
There are 2,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -110 jobs created from growth and 2,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,300 people are expected to retire and 1,600 are expected to switch occupations.