This occupation employs 68,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 71,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,100 jobs (+3.1%).
There are 9,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 210 jobs created from growth and 9,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,500 people are expected to retire and 6,100 are expected to switch occupations.