This occupation employs 493,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 534,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 40,900 jobs (+8.3%).
There are 99,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4090 jobs created from growth and 95,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 46,900 people are expected to retire and 48,300 are expected to switch occupations.