career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Programmers and Data Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Programmers | Data Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1251 | 15-2051 |
| title | Computer Programmers | Data Scientists |
| onet code | 15-1251.00 | 15-2051.00 |
| 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. | Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 15 |
| tot emp | 109,870 | 233,440 |
| a mean | 103,640 | 124,590 |
| a median | 98,670 | 112,590 |
| a pct10 | 52,190 | 63,650 |
| a pct25 | 71,860 | 82,630 |
| a pct75 | 128,960 | 155,810 |
| a pct90 | 162,090 | 194,410 |
| h mean | 49 | 59 |
| h median | 47 | 54 |
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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