career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Hydrologic Technicians and Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Hydrologic Technicians | Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4044 | 19-3099 |
| title | Hydrologic Technicians | Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other |
| onet code | 19-4044.00 | 19-3099.00 |
| 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. | All social scientists and related workers not listed separately. |
| job zone | 3 | N/A |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 2,940 | 36,970 |
| a mean | 64,410 | 106,440 |
| a median | 58,570 | 100,340 |
| a pct10 | 40,330 | 62,570 |
| a pct25 | 47,450 | 79,210 |
| a pct75 | 79,790 | 127,880 |
| a pct90 | 94,310 | 160,810 |
| h mean | 30 | 51 |
| h median | 28 | 48 |
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