career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Engineers and Healthcare Social Workers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Engineers | Healthcare Social Workers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2081 | 21-1022 |
| title | Environmental Engineers | Healthcare Social Workers |
| onet code | 17-2081.00 | 21-1022.00 |
| description | Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology. | Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 21 |
| tot emp | 37,950 | 185,940 |
| a mean | 110,570 | 72,030 |
| a median | 104,170 | 68,090 |
| a pct10 | 64,950 | 45,030 |
| a pct25 | 80,510 | 55,360 |
| a pct75 | 130,830 | 83,410 |
| a pct90 | 161,910 | 100,870 |
| h mean | 53 | 34 |
| h median | 50 | 32 |
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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