This occupation employs 86,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 93,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,100 jobs (+8.3%).
There are 13,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 710 jobs created from growth and 12,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,600 people are expected to retire and 5,700 are expected to switch occupations.