This occupation employs 20,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 21,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 800 jobs (+4%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 80 jobs created from growth and 2,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 900 people are expected to retire and 1,200 are expected to switch occupations.