This occupation employs 49,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 51,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,600 jobs (+5.3%).
There are 6,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 260 jobs created from growth and 6,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,800 people are expected to retire and 3,500 are expected to switch occupations.