This occupation employs 50,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 51,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+2.7%).
There are 5,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 5,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,300 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.