Provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance.
Midwives
SOC: 29-9099 O*NET: 29-9099.01
Median Salary
$64,030
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3.6%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance.
What does a Midwives do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$37,220
10th percentile
Early Career
$45,250
25th percentile
Median
$64,030
50th percentile
Experienced
$91,000
75th percentile
Top Earners
$127,340
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$37,220
25th
$45,250
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$64,030
Mean: $73,200
75th
$91,000
90th
$127,340
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $90,120 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $45,250 and $91,000
- •Salary spread is 71.5% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 36,970 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:41,700
Top Industries
Hospitals28.5%
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals26.6%
Ambulatory Health Care Services24.6%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3.6%
Annual Openings:2,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)41,700
Current
2034 (Projected)43,100
+3.6%
+1,500
Employment Change
+3.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Midwives professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
4,110 jobs$75,0700.95x
Louisiana
3,820 jobs$66,1908.34x
Pennsylvania
2,740 jobs$43,8401.90x
Maryland
2,650 jobs$74,0104.02x
Tennessee
2,090 jobs$54,9902.66x
Texas
1,640 jobs$50,2900.49x
Florida
1,610 jobs$57,1900.69x
Georgia
1,360 jobs$63,9001.17x
New York
1,290 jobs$84,0500.57x
Nevada
1,040 jobs$51,1702.84x
Michigan
1,020 jobs$76,5300.97x
New Jersey
880 jobs$73,6400.87x
North Carolina
850 jobs$68,8800.72x
Washington
820 jobs$69,4400.97x
Hawaii
800 jobs$53,5205.38x
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 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Social Perceptiveness
100%
#2
Monitoring
94%
#3
Critical Thinking
86%
#4
Service Orientation
80%
#5
Speaking
74%
#6
Judgment and Decision Making
66%
#7
Active Listening
60%
#8
Coordination
54%
#9
Reading Comprehension
46%
#10
Complex Problem Solving
40%
Skills Overview
Social Perceptiveness
advanced5.0
100%
Monitoring
advanced4.7
94%
Critical Thinking
intermediate4.3
86%
Service Orientation
intermediate4.0
80%
Speaking
intermediate3.7
74%
Judgment and Decision Making
intermediate3.3
66%
Active Listening
intermediate3.0
60%
Coordination
basic2.7
54%
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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Social Perceptiveness
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Monitoring
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Service Orientation
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Judgment and Decision Making
intermediateImportance66%
abilities
3.3/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance60%
skills
3.0/5.0
Coordination
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance46%
abilities
2.3/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance40%
abilities
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Acupuncturists82%
5 shared skills
Registered Nurses82%
5 shared skills
Physician Assistants82%
5 shared skills
Athletes and Sports Competitors82%
5 shared skills
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film82%
5 shared skills
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians82%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Social Perceptiveness
- ✓Monitoring
- ✓Service Orientation
Learn on the Job:
- →Active Listening
- →Coordination
- →Judgment and Decision Making
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Social Perceptiveness
- ✓Monitoring
- ✓Service Orientation
- ✓Critical Thinking
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Social Perceptiveness
- ★Service Orientation
- ★Critical Thinking
- ★Speaking
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 Midwives
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 Midwives
💡 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
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Midwives professionals typically have a SIR Holland code and highly value relationships
SSocial
IInvestigative
RRealistic
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Midwives
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.91
Concern for Others
CriticalConcern for Others
Importance Level4.89
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.85
Self-Control
CriticalSelf-Control
Importance Level4.76
Stress Tolerance
CriticalStress Tolerance
Importance Level4.75
Adaptability/Flexibility
CriticalAdaptability/Flexibility
Importance Level4.68
Complete Work Styles Profile
Dependability
4.9
Concern for Others
4.9
Integrity
4.8
Self-Control
4.8
Stress Tolerance
4.8
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.7
Attention to Detail
4.6
Leadership
4.5
Persistence
4.4
Cooperation
4.4
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Typical duration: 4 years
Preparation Level
Job Zone 5
Extensive Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Most of these occupations require graduate school. These may include master's, doctoral, or professional degrees.
Training:
Extensive training and work experience required
💼 Experience Requirement
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Master's or doctoral degree
- • Extensive work experience in the field
- • State licensure or professional certification
5
Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require graduate school. These may include master's, doctoral, or professional degrees.
Master's or doctoral degreeExtensive work experience in the fieldState licensure or professional certification
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