This occupation employs 77,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 79,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,300 jobs (+2.9%).
There are 7,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 230 jobs created from growth and 7,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,400 people are expected to retire and 3,800 are expected to switch occupations.