This occupation employs 43,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 38,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -5,600 jobs (+-12.7%).
There are 5,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -560 jobs created from growth and 5,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,700 people are expected to retire and 3,000 are expected to switch occupations.