career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Soil and Plant Scientists and Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Soil and Plant Scientists | Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1013 | 19-1023 |
| title | Soil and Plant Scientists | Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists |
| onet code | 19-1013.00 | 19-1023.00 |
| description | Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity. | Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 16,600 | 16,920 |
| a mean | 83,040 | 77,920 |
| a median | 71,410 | 72,860 |
| a pct10 | 45,320 | 48,240 |
| a pct25 | 57,950 | 58,360 |
| a pct75 | 98,110 | 90,590 |
| a pct90 | 131,440 | 113,350 |
| h mean | 39 | 37 |
| h median | 34 | 35 |
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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