This occupation employs 20,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 21,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 600 jobs (+3.1%).
There are 2,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 60 jobs created from growth and 2,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,600 are expected to switch occupations.