This occupation employs 68,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 71,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,300 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 8,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 230 jobs created from growth and 8,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,600 people are expected to retire and 4,400 are expected to switch occupations.