This occupation employs 71,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 72,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 700 jobs (+1%).
There are 7,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 70 jobs created from growth and 7,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,300 people are expected to retire and 5,400 are expected to switch occupations.