This occupation employs 84,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 97,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 12,800 jobs (+15.1%).
There are 5,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1280 jobs created from growth and 4,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,100 people are expected to retire and 2,300 are expected to switch occupations.