This occupation employs 56,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 61,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,300 jobs (+9.5%).
There are 14,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 530 jobs created from growth and 13,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,600 people are expected to retire and 8,100 are expected to switch occupations.