This occupation employs 15,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 16,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+3.2%).
There are 1,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 1,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.