Sociologists
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Median Yearly Income
$99,299
Most Common Education Level
Doctoral degree or more
Projected Job Growth
+4.16%
What do Sociologists do?
Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.
Career Interests Areas
- Investigative
- Social
- Artistic
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