This occupation employs 36,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 36,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 300 jobs (+0.8%).
There are 5,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 30 jobs created from growth and 5,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,800 people are expected to retire and 3,400 are expected to switch occupations.