This occupation employs 27,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 27,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 400 jobs (+1.3%).
There are 2,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 40 jobs created from growth and 2,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,500 are expected to switch occupations.