This occupation employs 1,282,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,356,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 73,700 jobs (+5.7%).
There are 105,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 7370 jobs created from growth and 98,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 37,200 people are expected to retire and 61,300 are expected to switch occupations.