This occupation employs 50,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 50,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+1%).
There are 4,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 4,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,900 people are expected to retire and 2,800 are expected to switch occupations.