This occupation employs 56,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 59,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+5.7%).
There are 6,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 6,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 4,600 are expected to switch occupations.