This occupation employs 84,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 90,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,100 jobs (+7.2%).
There are 5,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 610 jobs created from growth and 4,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 3,000 are expected to switch occupations.