This occupation employs 1,419,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 1,481,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 62,400 jobs (+4.4%).
There are 208,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 6240 jobs created from growth and 202,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 86,100 people are expected to retire and 116,300 are expected to switch occupations.