This occupation employs 45,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 46,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,000 jobs (+2.1%).
There are 3,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 100 jobs created from growth and 3,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,400 people are expected to retire and 1,700 are expected to switch occupations.