This occupation employs 98,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 107,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 8,900 jobs (+9.1%).
There are 6,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 890 jobs created from growth and 5,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,200 people are expected to retire and 3,400 are expected to switch occupations.