career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Conservation Scientists and Lawyers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Conservation Scientists | Lawyers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1031 | 23-1011 |
| title | Conservation Scientists | Lawyers |
| onet code | 19-1031.00 | 23-1011.00 |
| description | 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. | Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 23 |
| tot emp | 25,590 | 747,750 |
| a mean | 74,310 | 182,760 |
| a median | 67,950 | 151,160 |
| a pct10 | 45,260 | 72,780 |
| a pct25 | 53,190 | 99,760 |
| a pct75 | 87,980 | 215,420 |
| a pct90 | 107,720 | N/A |
| h mean | 35 | 87 |
| h median | 32 | 72 |
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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