This occupation employs 403,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 420,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 17,100 jobs (+4.2%).
There are 46,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1710 jobs created from growth and 44,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 18,500 people are expected to retire and 26,000 are expected to switch occupations.