career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health and Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2041 | 11-9013 |
| title | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers |
| onet code | 19-2041.00 | 11-9013.00 |
| description | Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 84,930 | 5,910 |
| a mean | 88,640 | 97,240 |
| a median | 80,060 | 87,980 |
| a pct10 | 50,130 | 51,700 |
| a pct25 | 62,090 | 67,970 |
| a pct75 | 103,730 | 115,200 |
| a pct90 | 134,830 | 156,530 |
| h mean | 42 | 46 |
| h median | 38 | 42 |
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