career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Sociologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Sociologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3027 | 19-3041 |
| title | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Sociologists |
| onet code | 17-3027.00 | 19-3041.00 |
| description | Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. | 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 | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 37,450 | 2,950 |
| a mean | 72,450 | 111,670 |
| a median | 68,730 | 101,690 |
| a pct10 | 46,940 | 60,710 |
| a pct25 | 57,330 | 78,150 |
| a pct75 | 82,980 | 134,780 |
| a pct90 | 100,890 | 168,590 |
| h mean | 34 | 53 |
| h median | 33 | 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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