This occupation employs 47,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 47,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+1%).
There are 4,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 4,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 3,000 are expected to switch occupations.