career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Atmospheric and Space Scientists and Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Atmospheric and Space Scientists | Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2021 | 19-2042 |
| title | Atmospheric and Space Scientists | Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers |
| onet code | 19-2021.00 | 19-2042.00 |
| description | Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology. | Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, and oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 8,780 | 22,510 |
| a mean | 103,980 | 111,310 |
| a median | 97,450 | 99,240 |
| a pct10 | 49,990 | 58,790 |
| a pct25 | 69,440 | 72,440 |
| a pct75 | 128,940 | 134,350 |
| a pct90 | 160,710 | 178,880 |
| h mean | 49 | 53 |
| h median | 46 | 47 |
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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