This occupation employs 40,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 41,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,000 jobs (+2.6%).
There are 2,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 100 jobs created from growth and 2,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.