career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Petroleum Engineers and Psychologists, All Other. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Petroleum Engineers | Psychologists, All Other |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2171 | 19-3039 |
| title | Petroleum Engineers | Psychologists, All Other |
| onet code | 17-2171.00 | 19-3039.00 |
| 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. | All psychologists not listed separately. |
| job zone | 4 | N/A |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 18,970 | 17,790 |
| a mean | 153,560 | 111,340 |
| a median | 141,280 | 117,580 |
| a pct10 | 78,840 | 51,410 |
| a pct25 | 107,330 | 73,820 |
| a pct75 | 191,100 | 145,200 |
| a pct90 | 228,790 | 163,570 |
| h mean | 73 | 53 |
| h median | 67 | 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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