This occupation employs 23,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 24,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+5.1%).
There are 1,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 1,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.