This occupation employs 160,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 166,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 6,100 jobs (+3.8%).
There are 13,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 610 jobs created from growth and 13,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 5,800 people are expected to retire and 7,500 are expected to switch occupations.