This occupation employs 78,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 80,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,800 jobs (+2.3%).
There are 7,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 180 jobs created from growth and 7,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,600 people are expected to retire and 3,800 are expected to switch occupations.