This occupation employs 2,645,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 2,498,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -147,500 jobs (+-5.6%).
There are 284,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -14750 jobs created from growth and 299,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 138,600 people are expected to retire and 160,800 are expected to switch occupations.