This occupation employs 39,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 40,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,300 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 3,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 130 jobs created from growth and 3,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 2,700 are expected to switch occupations.