This occupation employs 1,562,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,653,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 91,400 jobs (+5.8%).
There are 130,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 9140 jobs created from growth and 121,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 46,600 people are expected to retire and 75,000 are expected to switch occupations.