This occupation employs 454,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 463,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of 9,300 jobs (+2%).
There are 45,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 930 jobs created from growth and 44,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 12,300 people are expected to retire and 32,600 are expected to switch occupations.