career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Programmers and Electrical and Electronics Drafters. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Programmers | Electrical and Electronics Drafters |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1251 | 17-3012 |
| title | Computer Programmers | Electrical and Electronics Drafters |
| onet code | 15-1251.00 | 17-3012.00 |
| 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. | Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 15 | 17 |
| tot emp | 109,870 | 20,020 |
| a mean | 103,640 | 77,960 |
| a median | 98,670 | 73,720 |
| a pct10 | 52,190 | 48,680 |
| a pct25 | 71,860 | 58,800 |
| a pct75 | 128,960 | 91,780 |
| a pct90 | 162,090 | 110,180 |
| h mean | 49 | 37 |
| h median | 47 | 35 |
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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