This occupation employs 102,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 106,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,100 jobs (+4%).
There are 11,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 410 jobs created from growth and 11,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,900 people are expected to retire and 6,100 are expected to switch occupations.