career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers and Hydrologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Hydrologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2031 | 19-2043 |
| title | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Hydrologists |
| onet code | 17-2031.00 | 19-2043.00 |
| description | Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems. | Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation and its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and return to the ocean and atmosphere. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 21,860 | 5,720 |
| a mean | 115,020 | 98,130 |
| a median | 106,950 | 92,060 |
| a pct10 | 71,860 | 60,010 |
| a pct25 | 86,630 | 73,330 |
| a pct75 | 133,570 | 114,940 |
| a pct90 | 165,060 | 139,420 |
| h mean | 55 | 47 |
| h median | 51 | 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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