This occupation employs 154,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 146,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of -7,900 jobs (+-5.1%).
There are 18,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -790 jobs created from growth and 18,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 10,400 people are expected to retire and 8,500 are expected to switch occupations.