This occupation employs 1,188,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,248,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 60,100 jobs (+5.1%).
There are 161,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 6010 jobs created from growth and 155,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 57,500 people are expected to retire and 98,400 are expected to switch occupations.