This occupation employs 195,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 196,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,300 jobs (+0.7%).
There are 34,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 130 jobs created from growth and 33,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 17,200 people are expected to retire and 16,600 are expected to switch occupations.