This occupation employs 161,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 169,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 8,000 jobs (+5%).
There are 10,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 800 jobs created from growth and 9,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,500 people are expected to retire and 5,800 are expected to switch occupations.