This occupation employs 47,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 58,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 10,600 jobs (+22.3%).
There are 7,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1060 jobs created from growth and 6,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 4,100 are expected to switch occupations.