This occupation employs 30,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 31,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+3%).
There are 2,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 2,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,600 are expected to switch occupations.