This occupation employs 83,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 85,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,900 jobs (+2.2%).
There are 11,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 190 jobs created from growth and 11,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,700 people are expected to retire and 5,300 are expected to switch occupations.