This occupation employs 48,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 53,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,500 jobs (+9.2%).
There are 4,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 450 jobs created from growth and 3,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.