career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Cartographers and Photogrammetrists and Economists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | Economists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-1021 | 19-3011 |
| title | Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | Economists |
| onet code | 17-1021.00 | 19-3011.00 |
| description | Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data. | Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 12,790 | 15,880 |
| a mean | 82,860 | 130,910 |
| a median | 78,380 | 115,440 |
| a pct10 | 50,500 | 62,340 |
| a pct25 | 62,860 | 82,260 |
| a pct75 | 99,650 | 166,030 |
| a pct90 | 121,440 | 212,710 |
| h mean | 39 | 62 |
| h median | 37 | 55 |
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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