This occupation employs 16,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 16,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 600 are expected to switch occupations.