This occupation employs 14,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 400 jobs (+2.9%).
There are 2,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 40 jobs created from growth and 2,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,700 are expected to switch occupations.