This occupation employs 467,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 482,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 15,100 jobs (+3.2%).
There are 37,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1510 jobs created from growth and 36,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 18,500 people are expected to retire and 17,900 are expected to switch occupations.