Use verbatim methods and equipment to capture, store, retrieve, and transcribe pretrial and trial proceedings or other information. Includes stenocaptioners who operate computerized stenographic captioning equipment to provide captions of live or prerecorded broadcasts for hearing-impaired viewers.
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners
SOC: 27-3092 O*NET: 27-3092.00
Median Salary
$67,310
per year
Job Growth
📉 -0.3%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Use verbatim methods and equipment to capture, store, retrieve, and transcribe pretrial and trial proceedings or other information. Includes stenocaptioners who operate computerized stenographic captioning equipment to provide captions of live or prerecorded broadcasts for hearing-impaired viewers.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$40,386
25th
$53,848
50th (Median)
$67,310
75th
$80,772
90th
$100,965
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:17,700
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-0.3%
Annual Openings:1,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)17,700
Current
2034 (Projected)17,700
-0.3%
0
Employment Change
-0.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Time Management
Time Management
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
English Language
✓
Administrative
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Law and Government
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Communications and Media
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year