This occupation employs 19,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 400 jobs (+2.1%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 40 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.