career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Cost Estimators and Sales Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Cost Estimators | Sales Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1051 | 11-2022 |
| title | Cost Estimators | Sales Managers |
| onet code | 13-1051.00 | 11-2022.00 |
| description | Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 13 | 11 |
| tot emp | 219,530 | 603,710 |
| a mean | 83,160 | 160,930 |
| a median | 77,070 | 138,060 |
| a pct10 | 46,330 | 66,910 |
| a pct25 | 59,830 | 95,910 |
| a pct75 | 99,630 | 201,490 |
| a pct90 | 128,640 | N/A |
| h mean | 39 | 77 |
| h median | 37 | 66 |
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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