career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Astronomers and Chief Executives. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Astronomers | Chief Executives |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2011 | 11-1011 |
| title | Astronomers | Chief Executives |
| onet code | 19-2011.00 | 11-1011.00 |
| description | Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems. | Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers. |
| job zone | 5 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 1,560 | 211,850 |
| a mean | 134,430 | 262,930 |
| a median | 132,170 | 206,420 |
| a pct10 | 70,730 | 73,710 |
| a pct25 | 94,990 | 126,080 |
| a pct75 | 177,690 | N/A |
| a pct90 | 191,880 | N/A |
| h mean | 64 | 126 |
| h median | 63 | 99 |
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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