This occupation employs 162,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 156,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -5,500 jobs (+-3.4%).
There are 14,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -550 jobs created from growth and 15,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 4,600 people are expected to retire and 10,400 are expected to switch occupations.