career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Programmers and Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Programmers | Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1251 | 17-2111 |
| title | Computer Programmers | Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors |
| onet code | 15-1251.00 | 17-2111.00 |
| 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. | Promote worksite or product safety by applying knowledge of industrial processes, mechanics, chemistry, psychology, and industrial health and safety laws. Includes industrial product safety engineers. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 17 |
| tot emp | 109,870 | 23,220 |
| a mean | 103,640 | 113,770 |
| a median | 98,670 | 109,660 |
| a pct10 | 52,190 | 62,050 |
| a pct25 | 71,860 | 85,400 |
| a pct75 | 128,960 | 136,150 |
| a pct90 | 162,090 | 166,670 |
| h mean | 49 | 54 |
| h median | 47 | 52 |
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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