This occupation employs 107,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 112,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,700 jobs (+4.3%).
There are 11,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 470 jobs created from growth and 10,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,200 people are expected to retire and 7,600 are expected to switch occupations.