This occupation employs 61,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 67,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,100 jobs (+9.9%).
There are 3,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 610 jobs created from growth and 2,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 500 are expected to switch occupations.