career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Microbiologists and Surveying and Mapping Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Microbiologists | Surveying and Mapping Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1022 | 17-3031 |
| title | Microbiologists | Surveying and Mapping Technicians |
| onet code | 19-1022.00 | 17-3031.00 |
| description | Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms. | Perform surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist, to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries, and other features. May verify accuracy and completeness of maps. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 19,760 | 56,720 |
| a mean | 95,200 | 56,890 |
| a median | 87,330 | 51,940 |
| a pct10 | 51,220 | 36,910 |
| a pct25 | 63,920 | 44,180 |
| a pct75 | 120,750 | 65,240 |
| a pct90 | 150,650 | 80,870 |
| h mean | 45 | 27 |
| h median | 41 | 24 |
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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