career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Engineers and Lawyers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Engineers | Lawyers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2041 | 23-1011 |
| title | Chemical Engineers | Lawyers |
| onet code | 17-2041.00 | 23-1011.00 |
| 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. | Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 23 |
| tot emp | 20,330 | 747,750 |
| a mean | 128,430 | 182,760 |
| a median | 121,860 | 151,160 |
| a pct10 | 78,520 | 72,780 |
| a pct25 | 96,040 | 99,760 |
| a pct75 | 152,290 | 215,420 |
| a pct90 | 182,150 | N/A |
| h mean | 61 | 87 |
| h median | 58 | 72 |
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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