This occupation employs 67,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 70,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 3,200 jobs (+4.8%).
There are 8,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 320 jobs created from growth and 8,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 2,000 people are expected to retire and 6,400 are expected to switch occupations.