This occupation employs 27,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 30,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+11.4%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 2,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,300 are expected to switch occupations.