Economists
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Median Yearly Income
$116,969
Most Common Education Level
Master's or professional degree
Projected Job Growth
+4.48%
What do Economists do?
Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.
Career Interests Areas
- Investigative
- Conventional
- Enterprising
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