career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Credit Counselors and Software Developers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Credit Counselors | Software Developers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-2071 | 15-1252 |
| title | Credit Counselors | Software Developers |
| onet code | 13-2071.00 | 15-1252.00 |
| 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. | 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 | 28,110 | 1,654,440 |
| a mean | 55,890 | 144,570 |
| a median | 50,480 | 133,080 |
| a pct10 | 38,980 | 79,850 |
| a pct25 | 45,420 | 103,050 |
| a pct75 | 61,760 | 169,000 |
| a pct90 | 77,920 | 211,450 |
| h mean | 26 | 69 |
| h median | 24 | 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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