This occupation employs 26,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 27,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 2,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 300 people are expected to retire and 1,700 are expected to switch occupations.