career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians and Sociologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Sociologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4043 | 19-3041 |
| title | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Sociologists |
| onet code | 19-4043.00 | 19-3041.00 |
| 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. | Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 9,710 | 2,950 |
| a mean | 58,220 | 111,670 |
| a median | 48,390 | 101,690 |
| a pct10 | 32,830 | 60,710 |
| a pct25 | 39,200 | 78,150 |
| a pct75 | 64,470 | 134,780 |
| a pct90 | 92,210 | 168,590 |
| h mean | 27 | 53 |
| h median | 23 | 48 |
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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