This occupation employs 81,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 90,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 8,400 jobs (+10.3%).
There are 12,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 840 jobs created from growth and 12,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,900 people are expected to retire and 8,000 are expected to switch occupations.