career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Petroleum Engineers and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Petroleum Engineers | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2171 | 19-3094 |
| title | Petroleum Engineers | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 17-2171.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Devise methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice. | 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 | 18,970 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 153,560 | 137,600 |
| a median | 141,280 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 78,840 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 107,330 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 191,100 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 228,790 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 73 | 66 |
| h median | 67 | 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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