This occupation employs 17,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 18,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+5.1%).
There are 1,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 200 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.