This occupation employs 29,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 24,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -4,400 jobs (+-15.1%).
There are 3,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -440 jobs created from growth and 3,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 2,100 are expected to switch occupations.