career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians and Personal Financial Advisors. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Personal Financial Advisors |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4043 | 13-2052 |
| title | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Personal Financial Advisors |
| onet code | 19-4043.00 | 13-2052.00 |
| 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. | Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives. May also buy and sell financial assets for clients. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 13 |
| tot emp | 9,710 | 270,480 |
| a mean | 58,220 | 160,210 |
| a median | 48,390 | 102,140 |
| a pct10 | 32,830 | 49,990 |
| a pct25 | 39,200 | 70,620 |
| a pct75 | 64,470 | 172,540 |
| a pct90 | 92,210 | N/A |
| h mean | 27 | 77 |
| h median | 23 | 49 |
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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