This occupation employs 31,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 31,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+1.7%).
There are 4,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 3,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 3,200 are expected to switch occupations.