career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Cost Estimators and Software Developers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Cost Estimators | Software Developers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1051 | 15-1252 |
| title | Cost Estimators | Software Developers |
| onet code | 13-1051.00 | 15-1252.00 |
| 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. | Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 13 | 15 |
| tot emp | 219,530 | 1,654,440 |
| a mean | 83,160 | 144,570 |
| a median | 77,070 | 133,080 |
| a pct10 | 46,330 | 79,850 |
| a pct25 | 59,830 | 103,050 |
| a pct75 | 99,630 | 169,000 |
| a pct90 | 128,640 | 211,450 |
| h mean | 39 | 69 |
| h median | 37 | 63 |
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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