Computer Occupations, All Other

SOC: 15-1299 O*NET: 15-1299.00
Median Salary
$116,580
per year
Job Growth
🚀 8.2%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
31.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A

All computer occupations not listed separately.

What does a Computer Occupations, All Other do?

All computer occupations not listed separately.

How much can you earn?

Entry Level
$55,940
10th percentile
Early Career
$79,370
25th percentile
Median
$116,580
50th percentile
Experienced
$157,500
75th percentile
Top Earners
$188,470
90th percentile

National Salary Distribution

10th
$55,940
25th
$79,370
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$116,580
Mean: $122,230
75th
$157,500
90th
$188,470
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)

Key Insights

  • •Salary range spans $132,530 from entry level to top earners
  • •Middle 50% earn between $79,370 and $157,500
  • •Salary spread is 67.0% around the median, showing high variation
  • •Total national employment: 435,370 professionals

What's the job outlook?

Job Market Intelligence

High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:472,000

Top Industries

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services28.5%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services28.5%
Computer Systems Design and Related Services17.6%

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:+8.2%
Annual Openings:31,300

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)472,000
Current
2034 (Projected)510,500
+8.2%
+38,500
Employment Change
+8.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: Faster than average

Geographic Salary & Employment Data

Explore where Computer Occupations, All Other professionals work across the United States

Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
80,150 jobs$134,4401.57x
Texas
57,020 jobs$111,5301.45x
Georgia
20,630 jobs$104,6101.51x
Maryland
19,060 jobs$144,6802.46x
District of Columbia
17,200 jobs$156,5908.75x
Virginia
17,000 jobs$139,0301.48x
North Carolina
15,090 jobs$104,8501.09x
Pennsylvania
14,580 jobs$107,2300.86x
Washington
14,360 jobs$128,9401.44x
Missouri
14,340 jobs$101,0401.74x
Florida
13,710 jobs$105,3700.49x
New Jersey
12,010 jobs$108,3101.00x
Colorado
11,800 jobs$139,5801.47x
New York
11,460 jobs$116,9900.42x
Illinois
11,160 jobs$99,3600.65x

Understanding the Data

Location Quotient (LQ):

  • • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
  • • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
  • • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average

Data Source:

Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

Key Growth Factors

  • •Faster than average growth expected
  • •High current market demand

What skills do you need?

Top 10 Most Important Skills

#1
Computers and Electronics
100%
#2
Critical Thinking
100%
#3
Oral Comprehension
100%
#4
Reading Comprehension
94%
#5
Communications and Media
92%
#6
Written Comprehension
92%
#7
Complex Problem Solving
86%
#8
English Language
82%
#9
Problem Sensitivity
82%
#10
Active Listening
80%

Skills Overview

Computers and Electronics
advanced5.0
100%
Critical Thinking
advanced5.0
100%
Oral Comprehension
advanced5.0
100%
Reading Comprehension
advanced4.7
94%
Communications and Media
advanced4.6
92%
Written Comprehension
advanced4.6
92%
Complex Problem Solving
advanced4.3
86%
English Language
intermediate4.1
82%

Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.

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Computers and Electronics

advanced
Importance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0

Critical Thinking

advanced
Importance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0

Oral Comprehension

advanced
Importance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0

Reading Comprehension

advanced
Importance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0

Communications and Media

advanced
Importance92%
knowledge
4.6/5.0

Written Comprehension

advanced
Importance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0

Complex Problem Solving

advanced
Importance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0

English Language

intermediate
Importance82%
knowledge
4.1/5.0

Problem Sensitivity

intermediate
Importance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0

Active Listening

intermediate
Importance80%
skills
4.0/5.0

Monitoring

intermediate
Importance74%
skills
3.7/5.0

Customer and Personal Service

intermediate
Importance74%
knowledge
3.7/5.0

Highly Transferable Skills

These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:

Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors100%
5 shared skills
Foresters100%
5 shared skills
Actuaries82%
5 shared skills
Agricultural Engineers82%
5 shared skills
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers82%
5 shared skills
Water Resource Specialists82%
5 shared skills

Skills by Career Stage

Entry Level

Must Have:
  • ✓Active Listening
  • ✓Computers and Electronics
  • ✓Communications and Media
  • ✓English Language
Learn on the Job:
  • →Systems Evaluation
  • →Speaking
  • →Engineering and Technology

Mid Career

Expected:
  • ✓Active Listening
  • ✓Computers and Electronics
  • ✓Communications and Media
  • ✓English Language
  • ✓Critical Thinking

Senior Level

Mastery Required:
  • ★Active Listening
  • ★Computers and Electronics
  • ★Communications and Media
  • ★English Language
  • ★Critical Thinking

Skill Development Tips

  • •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
  • •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
  • •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
  • •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time

What technology will you use?

Technology & Digital Skills

Essential technology proficiencies for Computer Occupations, All Other

Technology Intensity
Low

Digital Literacy Requirements

This career requires basic digital literacy

1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert

Key Digital Competencies:

Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management

Technology Stack

Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.

📚 Technology Learning Resources

Recommended Certifications

  • •Vendor-specific software certifications
  • •Industry-recognized technology credentials
  • •Professional development courses

Online Learning Platforms

  • •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
  • •Coursera - University-level programs
  • •Udemy - Practical skills training

💡 Technology Skill Development Tips

  • •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
  • •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
  • •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
  • •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers

What's the work environment like?

🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE

💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?

Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:

  • •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
  • •Can you meet low physical demands?

What career paths are available?

Career Pathways

0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase

Advancement Opportunities

Typical career progression paths from Computer Occupations, All Other

💡 Career Planning Tips

  • •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
  • •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
  • •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
  • •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves

The Apprenticeship Route: Earn While You Learn

You don't necessarily need to pay for school to enter this field. There are 140 registered apprenticeship sponsors for this occupation in the U.S. DOL system — including 2 union/joint labor-management programs. Apprentices earn a wage from day one, typically starting at 40–50% of the journeyman rate, and finish with no tuition debt.

Most sponsors: GU (23) , TX (19) , SC (14) , GA (8) , CA (7)

How apprenticeships work →Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Registered Apprenticeship sponsors (apprenticeship.gov)

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