This occupation employs 55,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 54,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of -900 jobs (+-1.6%).
There are 4,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -90 jobs created from growth and 4,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 2,800 are expected to switch occupations.