This occupation employs 49,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 48,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,400 jobs (+-2.7%).
There are 4,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -140 jobs created from growth and 4,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.