This occupation employs 25,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 26,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 1,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 400 are expected to switch occupations.