This occupation employs 473,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 489,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of 15,900 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 58,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1590 jobs created from growth and 57,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 27,500 people are expected to retire and 29,900 are expected to switch occupations.