career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Buyers and Purchasing Agents and Computer and Information Research Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Computer and Information Research Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1020 | 15-1221 |
| title | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Computer and Information Research Scientists |
| onet code | N/A | 15-1221.00 |
| description | N/A | Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software. |
| job zone | N/A | 5 |
| major group | 13 | 15 |
| tot emp | 486,900 | 38,480 |
| a mean | 81,720 | 152,310 |
| a median | 75,650 | 140,910 |
| a pct10 | 46,460 | 80,670 |
| a pct25 | 58,670 | 102,710 |
| a pct75 | 99,190 | 181,210 |
| a pct90 | 127,520 | 232,120 |
| h mean | 39 | 73 |
| h median | 36 | 67 |
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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