career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Actuaries and Forensic Science Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Actuaries | Forensic Science Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-2011 | 19-4092 |
| title | Actuaries | Forensic Science Technicians |
| onet code | 15-2011.00 | 19-4092.00 |
| 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. | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 15 | 19 |
| tot emp | 28,340 | 19,450 |
| a mean | 134,990 | 75,260 |
| a median | 125,770 | 67,440 |
| a pct10 | 75,240 | 45,560 |
| a pct25 | 90,970 | 53,310 |
| a pct75 | 164,860 | 88,710 |
| a pct90 | 206,430 | 110,710 |
| h mean | 64 | 36 |
| h median | 60 | 32 |
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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