All social scientists and related workers not listed separately.
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
SOC: 19-3099 O*NET: 19-3099.00
Median Salary
$101,110
per year
Job Growth
📉 -0.2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All social scientists and related workers not listed separately.
What does a Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$66,120
10th percentile
Early Career
$80,860
25th percentile
Median
$101,110
50th percentile
Experienced
$129,960
75th percentile
Top Earners
$160,300
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$66,120
25th
$80,860
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$101,110
Mean: $107,690
75th
$129,960
90th
$160,300
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $94,180 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $80,860 and $129,960
- •Salary spread is 48.6% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 37,100 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:41,500
Top Industries
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services14.5%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services14.5%
Scientific Research and Development Services9.6%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-0.2%
Annual Openings:2,700
Employment Projections
2025 (Current)41,500
Current
2035 (Projected)41,400
-0.2%
-100
Employment Change
-0.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
New York
3,410 jobs$104,7701.47x
Virginia
3,380 jobs$140,6703.45x
California
2,970 jobs$97,9000.68x
Maryland
2,600 jobs$131,8103.95x
District of Columbia
2,480 jobs$128,44014.81x
Texas
2,260 jobs$101,8000.67x
North Carolina
1,770 jobs$81,4201.50x
Florida
1,740 jobs$83,4600.73x
Ohio
1,520 jobs$98,6301.15x
Georgia
1,510 jobs$91,2101.30x
Washington
1,160 jobs$102,9201.37x
Minnesota
1,000 jobs$103,3301.41x
Massachusetts
820 jobs$105,6400.95x
Colorado
790 jobs$105,3901.15x
Illinois
730 jobs$99,0500.50x
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
- •Employment decline projected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Transportation
100%
#2
Complex Problem Solving
100%
#3
Written Comprehension
100%
#4
English Language
94%
#5
Critical Thinking
94%
#6
Deductive Reasoning
92%
#7
Writing
86%
#8
Mathematics
86%
#9
Inductive Reasoning
82%
#10
Speaking
80%
Skills Overview
Transportation
advanced5.0
100%
Complex Problem Solving
advanced5.0
100%
Written Comprehension
advanced5.0
100%
English Language
advanced4.7
94%
Critical Thinking
advanced4.7
94%
Deductive Reasoning
advanced4.6
92%
Writing
intermediate4.3
86%
Mathematics
intermediate4.3
86%
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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Transportation
advancedImportance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Written Comprehension
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
English Language
advancedImportance94%
knowledge
4.7/5.0
Critical Thinking
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Deductive Reasoning
advancedImportance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0
Writing
intermediateImportance86%
skills
4.3/5.0
Mathematics
intermediateImportance86%
knowledge
4.3/5.0
Inductive Reasoning
intermediateImportance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Geography
intermediateImportance80%
knowledge
4.0/5.0
Law and Government
intermediateImportance74%
knowledge
3.7/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers82%
5 shared skills
Sustainability Specialists82%
5 shared skills
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists82%
5 shared skills
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists82%
5 shared skills
Computer and Information Systems Managers82%
5 shared skills
Health Informatics Specialists82%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Writing
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Transportation
- ✓English Language
- ✓Mathematics
Learn on the Job:
- →Active Listening
- →Computers and Electronics
- →Administration and Management
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Writing
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Transportation
- ✓English Language
- ✓Mathematics
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Writing
- ★Speaking
- ★Transportation
- ★English Language
- ★Mathematics
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 Social Scientists and Related Workers, 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 Social Scientists and Related Workers, 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
Trade Colleges That Train for Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
1.3k program completions/year
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA
797 program completions/year
College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA
744 program completions/year
American River College
Sacramento, CA
677 program completions/year
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA
605 program completions/year
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
539 program completions/year
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA
524 program completions/year
Gaston College
Dallas, NC
512 program completions/year
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA
507 program completions/year
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
498 program completions/year
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
496 program completions/year
Folsom Lake College
Folsom, CA
494 program completions/year
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