This occupation employs 56,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 58,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,100 jobs (+3.8%).
There are 5,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 210 jobs created from growth and 5,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,300 people are expected to retire and 3,000 are expected to switch occupations.