This occupation employs 83,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 86,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,800 jobs (+3.3%).
There are 24,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 280 jobs created from growth and 24,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 12,800 people are expected to retire and 11,800 are expected to switch occupations.