This occupation employs 73,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 76,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+4.3%).
There are 6,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 6,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,900 people are expected to retire and 3,500 are expected to switch occupations.