career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Hydrologic Technicians and Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Hydrologic Technicians | Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4044 | 13-1032 |
| title | Hydrologic Technicians | Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage |
| onet code | 19-4044.00 | 13-1032.00 |
| description | Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture. | Appraise automobile or other vehicle damage to determine repair costs for insurance claim settlement. Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost or cost estimates and recommendations. May seek agreement with automotive repair shop on repair costs. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 13 |
| tot emp | 2,940 | 7,790 |
| a mean | 64,410 | 77,050 |
| a median | 58,570 | 76,650 |
| a pct10 | 40,330 | 56,690 |
| a pct25 | 47,450 | 64,280 |
| a pct75 | 79,790 | 86,430 |
| a pct90 | 94,310 | 101,800 |
| h mean | 30 | 37 |
| h median | 28 | 36 |
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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