career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Petroleum Engineers and Sociologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Petroleum Engineers | Sociologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2171 | 19-3041 |
| title | Petroleum Engineers | Sociologists |
| onet code | 17-2171.00 | 19-3041.00 |
| 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 human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 18,970 | 2,950 |
| a mean | 153,560 | 111,670 |
| a median | 141,280 | 101,690 |
| a pct10 | 78,840 | 60,710 |
| a pct25 | 107,330 | 78,150 |
| a pct75 | 191,100 | 134,780 |
| a pct90 | 228,790 | 168,590 |
| h mean | 73 | 53 |
| h median | 67 | 48 |
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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