This occupation employs 80,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 79,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,700 jobs (+-2.1%).
There are 5,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -170 jobs created from growth and 5,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 3,400 are expected to switch occupations.