This occupation employs 113,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 116,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,600 jobs (+2.3%).
There are 8,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 260 jobs created from growth and 8,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,800 people are expected to retire and 5,400 are expected to switch occupations.