This occupation employs 62,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 66,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,300 jobs (+7%).
There are 6,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 430 jobs created from growth and 6,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,500 people are expected to retire and 3,800 are expected to switch occupations.