This occupation employs 141,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 148,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 7,300 jobs (+5.2%).
There are 11,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 730 jobs created from growth and 10,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,800 people are expected to retire and 6,900 are expected to switch occupations.