This occupation employs 34,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 34,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of -300 jobs (+-0.8%).
There are 3,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -30 jobs created from growth and 3,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,500 people are expected to retire and 2,000 are expected to switch occupations.