This occupation employs 260,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 266,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,500 jobs (+2.5%).
There are 23,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 650 jobs created from growth and 22,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,100 people are expected to retire and 11,600 are expected to switch occupations.