This occupation employs 58,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 60,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,900 jobs (+3.3%).
There are 4,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 190 jobs created from growth and 4,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,300 people are expected to retire and 2,100 are expected to switch occupations.