This occupation employs 158,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 154,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of -3,900 jobs (+-2.5%).
There are 15,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -390 jobs created from growth and 15,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 6,100 people are expected to retire and 9,400 are expected to switch occupations.