This occupation employs 53,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 54,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 900 jobs (+1.7%).
There are 5,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 90 jobs created from growth and 5,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,600 people are expected to retire and 3,800 are expected to switch occupations.