This occupation employs 104,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 109,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,600 jobs (+4.4%).
There are 11,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 460 jobs created from growth and 10,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,500 people are expected to retire and 6,300 are expected to switch occupations.