Statisticians
SOC Code: 15-2041Also known as:
Analytical Statistician, Applied Scientist, Applied Statistician, Biometrician, Clinical Analyst
Median Annual Salary
$103,300
+8.5% growth (2024-2034)
2K
Openings/Year
32K
Current Jobs
What Statisticians Do
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.
💰 Salary
$103,300
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+8.5%
Much faster than average
🎓 Education
Master's degree
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
2K
Projected average per year
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
32,200
Projected Employment (2034)
34,900
Related Careers
Statisticians
$103,300 •
+8.5% growth
Data scientists
$112,590 •
+33.5% growth
Top Skills Required
Mathematics
Mathematics
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
- Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
- Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
- Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
- Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
- Develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
- Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
- Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
- Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
- Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Master's degree
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Master's Degree
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Statisticians
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a statisticians:
Mathematics, General
25,163 degrees awarded •
1,305 colleges offer this program
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
22,727 degrees awarded •
298 colleges offer this program
Business Analytics
9,273 degrees awarded •
172 colleges offer this program
Statistics, General
7,709 degrees awarded •
202 colleges offer this program
Data Science, General
7,668 degrees awarded •
243 colleges offer this program
Business Statistics
5,396 degrees awarded •
96 colleges offer this program
Applied Mathematics, General
4,209 degrees awarded •
218 colleges offer this program
Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods
1,929 degrees awarded •
55 colleges offer this program
Data Analytics, General
1,675 degrees awarded •
106 colleges offer this program
Biostatistics
1,546 degrees awarded •
91 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Statisticians
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become statisticians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do statisticians make?
The median annual salary for statisticians is $103,300.
What education do statisticians need?
Most statisticians positions require a master's degree.
Common degree programs include Mathematics, General, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Business Analytics.
Is becoming statisticians a good career choice?
Statisticians is projected to see +8.5% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is faster than average for all occupations. With approximately 2,000 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for statisticians?
Top colleges for aspiring statisticians include
University of California-Los Angeles, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of Chicago, Columbia University in the City of New York, New York University.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to statisticians?
Statisticians may also be known as: Analytical Statistician, Applied Scientist, Applied Statistician, Biometrician, Clinical Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Analyst Specialist, Data Analytics Specialist, Data Coordinator, Data Engineer, Data Manager, Data Modeler, Data Science Specialist, Data Specialist, Data Support Specialist, Database Analyst, Demographer, Education Research Analyst, Environmental Statistician, Financial Analyst.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.