This occupation employs 46,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 47,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,100 jobs (+2.3%).
There are 5,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 110 jobs created from growth and 5,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 3,300 are expected to switch occupations.