career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Physical Scientists, All Other and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Physical Scientists, All Other | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2099 | 11-3061 |
| title | Physical Scientists, All Other | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 19-2099.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | All physical scientists not listed separately. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers. |
| job zone | N/A | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 22,580 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 123,070 | 150,630 |
| a median | 117,960 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 61,990 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 82,450 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 154,900 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 191,880 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 59 | 72 |
| h median | 56 | 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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