This occupation employs 20,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 20,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 600 jobs (+2.7%).
There are 1,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 60 jobs created from growth and 1,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.