This occupation employs 183,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 168,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -15,200 jobs (+-8.3%).
There are 25,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -1520 jobs created from growth and 27,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 11,200 people are expected to retire and 16,200 are expected to switch occupations.