This occupation employs 150,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 167,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 16,800 jobs (+11.1%).
There are 9,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1680 jobs created from growth and 8,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,900 people are expected to retire and 4,200 are expected to switch occupations.