This occupation employs 3,630,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 3,840,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 210,400 jobs (+5.8%).
There are 320,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 21040 jobs created from growth and 299,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 83,700 people are expected to retire and 216,100 are expected to switch occupations.