This occupation employs 129,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 137,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 8,100 jobs (+6.2%).
There are 10,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 810 jobs created from growth and 9,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,200 people are expected to retire and 6,000 are expected to switch occupations.