This occupation employs 27,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 29,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,200 jobs (+8%).
There are 2,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 220 jobs created from growth and 2,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 1,700 are expected to switch occupations.