career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Systems Analysts and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Systems Analysts | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1211 | 19-3094 |
| title | Computer Systems Analysts | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 15-1211.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 15 | 19 |
| tot emp | 497,800 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 111,960 | 137,600 |
| a median | 103,790 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 63,160 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 80,900 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 132,360 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 166,030 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 53 | 66 |
| h median | 49 | 67 |
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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