career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2151 | 19-3094 |
| title | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 17-2151.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs. | 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 | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 6,770 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 108,940 | 137,600 |
| a median | 101,020 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 62,500 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 81,040 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 129,860 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 163,740 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 52 | 66 |
| h median | 48 | 67 |
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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