This occupation employs 127,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 129,699 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,500 jobs (+2%).
There are 11,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 250 jobs created from growth and 11,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,500 people are expected to retire and 5,600 are expected to switch occupations.