career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Architectural and Civil Drafters and Cartographers and Photogrammetrists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Architectural and Civil Drafters | Cartographers and Photogrammetrists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3011 | 17-1021 |
| title | Architectural and Civil Drafters | Cartographers and Photogrammetrists |
| onet code | 17-3011.00 | 17-1021.00 |
| description | Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings. | Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 17 |
| tot emp | 109,550 | 12,790 |
| a mean | 68,860 | 82,860 |
| a median | 64,280 | 78,380 |
| a pct10 | 44,040 | 50,500 |
| a pct25 | 52,880 | 62,860 |
| a pct75 | 79,510 | 99,650 |
| a pct90 | 98,190 | 121,440 |
| h mean | 33 | 39 |
| h median | 30 | 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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