This occupation employs 80,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 87,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,600 jobs (+8.2%).
There are 5,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 660 jobs created from growth and 4,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,100 people are expected to retire and 2,500 are expected to switch occupations.