career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 21-1023 | 19-3094 |
| title | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 21-1023.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 5 | 5 |
| major group | 21 | 19 |
| tot emp | 125,910 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 68,290 | 137,600 |
| a median | 60,060 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 39,620 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 46,550 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 78,980 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 104,130 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 32 | 66 |
| h median | 28 | 67 |
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