career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geographers and Materials Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geographers | Materials Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-3092 | 17-2131 |
| title | Geographers | Materials Engineers |
| onet code | 19-3092.00 | 17-2131.00 |
| description | Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global. | Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 1,380 | 22,770 |
| a mean | 98,160 | 116,380 |
| a median | 97,200 | 108,310 |
| a pct10 | 62,390 | 68,040 |
| a pct25 | 75,590 | 85,820 |
| a pct75 | 117,190 | 138,370 |
| a pct90 | 133,680 | 172,000 |
| h mean | 47 | 55 |
| h median | 46 | 52 |
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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