career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Astronomers and Postmasters and Mail Superintendents. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Astronomers | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2011 | 11-9131 |
| title | Astronomers | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents |
| onet code | 19-2011.00 | 11-9131.00 |
| description | Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems. | Plan, direct, or coordinate operational, administrative, management, and support services of a U.S. post office; or coordinate activities of workers engaged in postal and related work in assigned post office. |
| job zone | 5 | 2 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 1,560 | 13,810 |
| a mean | 134,430 | 93,760 |
| a median | 132,170 | 92,730 |
| a pct10 | 70,730 | 81,430 |
| a pct25 | 94,990 | 87,150 |
| a pct75 | 177,690 | 99,590 |
| a pct90 | 191,880 | 109,140 |
| h mean | 64 | 45 |
| h median | 63 | 44 |
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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