This occupation employs 3,300,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 3,497,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 197,200 jobs (+6%).
There are 194,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 19720 jobs created from growth and 174,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 99,300 people are expected to retire and 75,500 are expected to switch occupations.