This occupation employs 26,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 30,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,400 jobs (+13%).
There are 3,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 340 jobs created from growth and 3,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,100 people are expected to retire and 2,000 are expected to switch occupations.