This occupation employs 87,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 90,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,600 jobs (+4.2%).
There are 5,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 360 jobs created from growth and 5,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 3,400 are expected to switch occupations.