career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 19-3094 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| 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. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 137,600 |
| a median | 67,440 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 36 | 66 |
| h median | 32 | 67 |
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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