career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Programmers and Conservation Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Programmers | Conservation Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1251 | 19-1031 |
| title | Computer Programmers | Conservation Scientists |
| onet code | 15-1251.00 | 19-1031.00 |
| description | Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information. | Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 19 |
| tot emp | 109,870 | 25,590 |
| a mean | 103,640 | 74,310 |
| a median | 98,670 | 67,950 |
| a pct10 | 52,190 | 45,260 |
| a pct25 | 71,860 | 53,190 |
| a pct75 | 128,960 | 87,980 |
| a pct90 | 162,090 | 107,720 |
| h mean | 49 | 35 |
| h median | 47 | 32 |
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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