This occupation employs 26,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 28,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+5.1%).
There are 3,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 3,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,100 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.