career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers and Statisticians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Statisticians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2151 | 15-2041 |
| title | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Statisticians |
| onet code | 17-2151.00 | 15-2041.00 |
| 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. | Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 15 |
| tot emp | 6,770 | 29,800 |
| a mean | 108,940 | 112,330 |
| a median | 101,020 | 103,300 |
| a pct10 | 62,500 | 60,390 |
| a pct25 | 81,040 | 79,210 |
| a pct75 | 129,860 | 137,610 |
| a pct90 | 163,740 | 170,700 |
| h mean | 52 | 54 |
| h median | 48 | 49 |
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