career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians and Physicists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Physicists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4043 | 19-2012 |
| title | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Physicists |
| onet code | 19-4043.00 | 19-2012.00 |
| 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. | Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 9,710 | 21,340 |
| a mean | 58,220 | 166,000 |
| a median | 48,390 | 166,290 |
| a pct10 | 32,830 | 80,020 |
| a pct25 | 39,200 | 117,450 |
| a pct75 | 64,470 | 210,260 |
| a pct90 | 92,210 | N/A |
| h mean | 27 | 79 |
| h median | 23 | 79 |
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