This occupation employs 87,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 82,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of -5,000 jobs (+-5.7%).
There are 13,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -500 jobs created from growth and 14,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 7,400 people are expected to retire and 6,600 are expected to switch occupations.