This occupation employs 140,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 147,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,400 jobs (+5.3%).
There are 12,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 740 jobs created from growth and 11,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,100 people are expected to retire and 6,700 are expected to switch occupations.