career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Biochemists and Biophysicists and Computer Programmers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Computer Programmers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1021 | 15-1251 |
| title | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Computer Programmers |
| onet code | 19-1021.00 | 15-1251.00 |
| description | Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms. | Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 15 |
| tot emp | 34,520 | 109,870 |
| a mean | 115,570 | 103,640 |
| a median | 103,650 | 98,670 |
| a pct10 | 64,890 | 52,190 |
| a pct25 | 78,730 | 71,860 |
| a pct75 | 134,460 | 128,960 |
| a pct90 | 168,900 | 162,090 |
| h mean | 55 | 49 |
| h median | 49 | 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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