Data Scientists
Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Data Scientists to increase by 34.6% between 2024 and 2034, from 275,600 to 371,000 jobs. Its estimate of 24,800 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($120,230), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
275,600
Projected employment (2034)
371,000
Projected change (2024–2034)
35%
Annual openings (projected average)
24,800
Pay & Preparation
$120,230
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Mathematics (4.38/5) • Critical Thinking (4.25/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Critical Thinking (4/5) • Critical Thinking (3.88/5) • Active Listening (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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