This occupation employs 49,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 53,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,300 jobs (+8.7%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 430 jobs created from growth and 1,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,500 people are expected to retire and 300 are expected to switch occupations.