career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Paralegals and Legal Assistants and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Paralegals and Legal Assistants | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 23-2011 | 19-3094 |
| title | Paralegals and Legal Assistants | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 23-2011.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action. | 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 | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 23 | 19 |
| tot emp | 367,220 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 66,510 | 137,600 |
| a median | 61,010 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 39,710 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 48,190 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 78,280 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 98,990 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 31 | 66 |
| h median | 29 | 67 |
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