This occupation employs 50,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 47,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of -2,500 jobs (+-4.9%).
There are 4,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -250 jobs created from growth and 4,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 2,600 are expected to switch occupations.