This occupation employs 768,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 810,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 41,300 jobs (+5.4%).
There are 82,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4130 jobs created from growth and 78,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 35,400 people are expected to retire and 42,900 are expected to switch occupations.