career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Credit Counselors and Loan Officers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Credit Counselors | Loan Officers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-2071 | 13-2072 |
| title | Credit Counselors | Loan Officers |
| onet code | 13-2071.00 | 13-2072.00 |
| description | Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explain loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans or student financial aid packages. May advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, bankruptcy, or student financial aid counseling. | Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, loan underwriters, and payday loan officers. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 13 | 13 |
| tot emp | 28,110 | 290,530 |
| a mean | 55,890 | 86,020 |
| a median | 50,480 | 74,180 |
| a pct10 | 38,980 | 38,490 |
| a pct25 | 45,420 | 50,460 |
| a pct75 | 61,760 | 101,920 |
| a pct90 | 77,920 | 145,780 |
| h mean | 26 | 41 |
| h median | 24 | 35 |
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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