This occupation employs 124,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 127,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,900 jobs (+2.3%).
There are 11,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 290 jobs created from growth and 11,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,400 people are expected to retire and 6,800 are expected to switch occupations.