This occupation employs 25,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 26,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 400 jobs (+1.6%).
There are 1,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 40 jobs created from growth and 1,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,000 are expected to switch occupations.