This occupation employs 99,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 102,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,000 jobs (+3%).
There are 9,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 300 jobs created from growth and 9,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,100 people are expected to retire and 5,100 are expected to switch occupations.