career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 13-1032 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 13-1032.00 |
| description | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. | Appraise automobile or other vehicle damage to determine repair costs for insurance claim settlement. Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost or cost estimates and recommendations. May seek agreement with automotive repair shop on repair costs. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 13 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 7,790 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 77,050 |
| a median | 67,440 | 76,650 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 56,690 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 64,280 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 86,430 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | 101,800 |
| h mean | 36 | 37 |
| h median | 32 | 36 |
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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