This occupation employs 24,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 24,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of 800 jobs (+3.3%).
There are 1,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 80 jobs created from growth and 1,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 1,000 are expected to switch occupations.