Statistician
Statisticians
SOC 15-2041
How Much Does a Statistician Make?
The national median salary for a Statistician is $104,110 per year ($50.05/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's 59% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become a Statistician
Master's in statistics, biostatistics, or applied math
ASA PStat credential available
Statistician Job Outlook
Much faster than avg — the BLS projects 10% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's significantly faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 4,400 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Data proliferation; clinical trials; A/B testing demand
What It's Like to Work as a Statistician
This is primarily desk-based or low-physical-effort work.
Many positions can be performed remotely, making this a strong option for location-independent work.
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