This occupation employs 169,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 171,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 2,100 jobs (+1.3%).
There are 13,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 210 jobs created from growth and 13,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,300 people are expected to retire and 7,400 are expected to switch occupations.