This occupation employs 46,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 48,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,500 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 4,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 250 jobs created from growth and 4,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,200 people are expected to retire and 3,400 are expected to switch occupations.