career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Microbiologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Microbiologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3025 | 19-1022 |
| title | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Microbiologists |
| onet code | 17-3025.00 | 19-1022.00 |
| description | Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices. | Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 12,500 | 19,760 |
| a mean | 63,070 | 95,200 |
| a median | 58,890 | 87,330 |
| a pct10 | 39,670 | 51,220 |
| a pct25 | 48,250 | 63,920 |
| a pct75 | 75,290 | 120,750 |
| a pct90 | 92,280 | 150,650 |
| h mean | 30 | 45 |
| h median | 28 | 41 |
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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