This occupation employs 120,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 126,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,700 jobs (+4.8%).
There are 3,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 570 jobs created from growth and 2,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,300 people are expected to retire and 600 are expected to switch occupations.