This occupation employs 90,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 94,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+3.6%).
There are 7,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 7,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,500 people are expected to retire and 4,600 are expected to switch occupations.