career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Nuclear Technicians and Physical Scientists, All Other. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Nuclear Technicians | Physical Scientists, All Other |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4051 | 19-2099 |
| title | Nuclear Technicians | Physical Scientists, All Other |
| onet code | 19-4051.00 | 19-2099.00 |
| description | Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation. | All physical scientists not listed separately. |
| job zone | 3 | N/A |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 5,990 | 22,580 |
| a mean | 100,730 | 123,070 |
| a median | 104,240 | 117,960 |
| a pct10 | 64,370 | 61,990 |
| a pct25 | 83,330 | 82,450 |
| a pct75 | 113,710 | 154,900 |
| a pct90 | 126,890 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 48 | 59 |
| h median | 50 | 56 |
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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