career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Hardware Engineers and Social Science Research Assistants. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Hardware Engineers | Social Science Research Assistants |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2061 | 19-4061 |
| title | Computer Hardware Engineers | Social Science Research Assistants |
| onet code | 17-2061.00 | 19-4061.00 |
| description | Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components. | Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 75,710 | 32,940 |
| a mean | 156,770 | 63,560 |
| a median | 155,020 | 58,040 |
| a pct10 | 85,430 | 36,410 |
| a pct25 | 115,500 | 46,190 |
| a pct75 | 185,380 | 73,060 |
| a pct90 | 223,820 | 100,620 |
| h mean | 75 | 30 |
| h median | 74 | 27 |
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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