This occupation employs 594,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 625,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 31,500 jobs (+5.3%).
There are 62,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 3150 jobs created from growth and 59,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 18,300 people are expected to retire and 41,300 are expected to switch occupations.