This occupation employs 435,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 437,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+0.3%).
There are 110,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 110,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 55,200 people are expected to retire and 55,000 are expected to switch occupations.