This occupation employs 1,018,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,126,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 107,900 jobs (+10.6%).
There are 95,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 10790 jobs created from growth and 84,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 33,300 people are expected to retire and 51,600 are expected to switch occupations.