This occupation employs 15,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 15,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 600 jobs (+4.3%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 60 jobs created from growth and 2,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.