This occupation employs 74,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 85,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 10,500 jobs (+14.1%).
There are 10,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1050 jobs created from growth and 9,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,200 people are expected to retire and 5,400 are expected to switch occupations.