This occupation employs 516,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 517,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+0.2%).
There are 52,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 52,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 21,800 people are expected to retire and 30,700 are expected to switch occupations.