This occupation employs 70,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 68,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,700 jobs (+-2.4%).
There are 11,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -170 jobs created from growth and 11,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 8,400 people are expected to retire and 3,400 are expected to switch occupations.