This occupation employs 84,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 90,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,100 jobs (+7.3%).
There are 8,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 610 jobs created from growth and 7,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,200 people are expected to retire and 6,700 are expected to switch occupations.