This occupation employs 81,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 87,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,000 jobs (+7.4%).
There are 6,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 600 jobs created from growth and 5,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,800 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.