This occupation employs 497,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 485,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -11,900 jobs (+-2.4%).
There are 73,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -1190 jobs created from growth and 74,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 30,800 people are expected to retire and 44,100 are expected to switch occupations.