This occupation employs 29,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 30,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+3.9%).
There are 2,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 2,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.