career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Engineers and Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Engineers | Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2041 | 11-9013 |
| title | Chemical Engineers | Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers |
| onet code | 17-2041.00 | 11-9013.00 |
| description | Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 20,330 | 5,910 |
| a mean | 128,430 | 97,240 |
| a median | 121,860 | 87,980 |
| a pct10 | 78,520 | 51,700 |
| a pct25 | 96,040 | 67,970 |
| a pct75 | 152,290 | 115,200 |
| a pct90 | 182,150 | 156,530 |
| h mean | 61 | 46 |
| h median | 58 | 42 |
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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