career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Actuaries and Cost Estimators. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Actuaries | Cost Estimators |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-2011 | 13-1051 |
| title | Actuaries | Cost Estimators |
| onet code | 15-2011.00 | 13-1051.00 |
| description | Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits. | Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 13 |
| tot emp | 28,340 | 219,530 |
| a mean | 134,990 | 83,160 |
| a median | 125,770 | 77,070 |
| a pct10 | 75,240 | 46,330 |
| a pct25 | 90,970 | 59,830 |
| a pct75 | 164,860 | 99,630 |
| a pct90 | 206,430 | 128,640 |
| h mean | 64 | 39 |
| h median | 60 | 37 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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