What they do
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Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.
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Database Analyst, Demographer, Education Research Analyst, Mathematical Statistician, Psychometric Consultant, Quantitative Methodologist, Statistical Analyst, Statistical Consultant, Statistical Reporting Analyst, Statistician
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Wages
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| Vermont - 2024 |
| Percentile1 | Hourly | Yearly |
| 10% |
$ 27.66 |
$57,530 |
| 25% |
$ 31.80 |
$66,140 |
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$ 35.25 |
$73,320 |
| 75% |
$ 41.32 |
$85,950 |
| 90% |
$ 48.56 |
$101,000 |
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| Average |
$ 38.20 |
$79,450 |
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Industries of Employment
| United States - 2022 |
| Industry | Percent of total |
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
| 33% |
- Federal government, excluding postal service
| 16% |
- Educational services; state, local, and private
| 12% |
- State government, excluding education and hospitals
| 6% |
- Insurance carriers and related activities
| 6% |
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Knowledge
| People in this career often know a lot about: |
- Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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- Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
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- English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Skills
| People in this career often have these skills: |
- Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
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- Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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- Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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- Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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- Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
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Interests
| People in this career often prefer these work environments: |
- Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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- Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Work Styles
| People in this career will do well at jobs that need: |
- Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
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- Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
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- Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
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- Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
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- Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
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Tasks
| On the job, you would: |
- Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
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- Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
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- Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
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- Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
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- Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
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Projected Employment
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| Vermont |
| 2022 employment |
130 |
| 2032 employment |
178 |
Annual percent change
(compounded) |
3.2% |
Annual projected job openings
(due to change and separations) |
15 |
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Education and Experience:
- Typical education needed for entry
Master's degree
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- Work experience in a related occupation
None
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- Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
None
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Physical Work Activity
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
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- Physical activity is Seldom Important
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- Level of activity is Very Low
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Job Zone
| Extensive Preparation Needed |
- Specific Vocational Preparation Range
(8.0 and above) - A typical worker will require
over 4 years up to and including 10 years or more
of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
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Education Level
| How much education do most people in this career have? |
| Education level |  | Percent of
U.S. Workers |
Doctoral or professional degree
or post-MA certificate | | 14% |
Master's degree or
post-BA certificate | | 62% |
| Bachelor's degree | | 14% |
| Associate's degree | | 5% |
Certificate or some college,
no degree | | 5% |
High school diploma
or equivalent | | 0% |
| Less than high school diploma | | 0% |
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Abilities
| People in this career often have talent in: |
- Mathematical Reasoning
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
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- Number Facility
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
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- Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
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- Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
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- Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Work Activities
| In general, what you might do: |
- Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
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- Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
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- Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
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- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
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- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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Detailed Work Activities
| What you might do in a day: |
- Determine appropriate methods for data analysis.
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- Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables.
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- Evaluate project designs to determine adequacy or feasibility.
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- Prepare analytical reports.
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- Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information.
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Other Resources
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