This occupation employs 206,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 201,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -4,900 jobs (+-2.4%).
There are 16,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -490 jobs created from growth and 16,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,200 people are expected to retire and 10,500 are expected to switch occupations.