This occupation employs 17,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 18,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 400 jobs (+2.5%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 40 jobs created from growth and 1,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.