This occupation employs 100,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 106,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,900 jobs (+5.9%).
There are 5,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 590 jobs created from growth and 4,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,800 people are expected to retire and 2,900 are expected to switch occupations.