This occupation employs 88,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 105,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 16,800 jobs (+19.1%).
There are 4,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1680 jobs created from growth and 2,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,700 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.