This occupation employs 265,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 270,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 5,000 jobs (+1.9%).
There are 29,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 500 jobs created from growth and 29,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 10,000 people are expected to retire and 19,100 are expected to switch occupations.