This occupation employs 56,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 59,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,900 jobs (+5%).
There are 3,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 290 jobs created from growth and 3,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 1,900 are expected to switch occupations.