career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Food Science Technicians and Sociologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Food Science Technicians | Sociologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4013 | 19-3041 |
| title | Food Science Technicians | Sociologists |
| onet code | 19-4013.00 | 19-3041.00 |
| description | Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. | Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 14,200 | 2,950 |
| a mean | 54,400 | 111,670 |
| a median | 49,430 | 101,690 |
| a pct10 | 37,760 | 60,710 |
| a pct25 | 43,990 | 78,150 |
| a pct75 | 60,940 | 134,780 |
| a pct90 | 75,100 | 168,590 |
| h mean | 26 | 53 |
| h median | 23 | 48 |
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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