career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Electronics Engineers, Except Computer and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2072 | 19-3094 |
| title | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 17-2072.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 93,940 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 132,500 | 137,600 |
| a median | 127,590 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 79,390 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 98,920 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 164,000 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 199,060 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 63 | 66 |
| h median | 61 | 67 |
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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