This occupation employs 25,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 26,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+3.5%).
There are 3,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 2,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,900 are expected to switch occupations.