This occupation employs 40,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 41,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+2.3%).
There are 4,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 4,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 2,600 are expected to switch occupations.