This occupation employs 83,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 87,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+3.9%).
There are 6,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 6,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,700 people are expected to retire and 2,800 are expected to switch occupations.