career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians and Hydrologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Hydrologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4043 | 19-2043 |
| title | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Hydrologists |
| onet code | 19-4043.00 | 19-2043.00 |
| description | Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes. | Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation and its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and return to the ocean and atmosphere. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 9,710 | 5,720 |
| a mean | 58,220 | 98,130 |
| a median | 48,390 | 92,060 |
| a pct10 | 32,830 | 60,010 |
| a pct25 | 39,200 | 73,330 |
| a pct75 | 64,470 | 114,940 |
| a pct90 | 92,210 | 139,420 |
| h mean | 27 | 47 |
| h median | 23 | 44 |
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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