This occupation employs 46,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 44,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,700 jobs (+-3.7%).
There are 5,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -170 jobs created from growth and 5,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,900 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.