career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Actuaries and Sociologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Actuaries | Sociologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-2011 | 19-3041 |
| title | Actuaries | Sociologists |
| onet code | 15-2011.00 | 19-3041.00 |
| 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. | Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 15 | 19 |
| tot emp | 28,340 | 2,950 |
| a mean | 134,990 | 111,670 |
| a median | 125,770 | 101,690 |
| a pct10 | 75,240 | 60,710 |
| a pct25 | 90,970 | 78,150 |
| a pct75 | 164,860 | 134,780 |
| a pct90 | 206,430 | 168,590 |
| h mean | 64 | 53 |
| h median | 60 | 48 |
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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