Survey Researchers
Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Survey Researchers to decrease by -4.8% between 2024 and 2034, from 9,800 to 9,300 jobs. Its estimate of 600 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($69,460), education (Master'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)
9,800
Projected employment (2034)
9,300
Projected change (2024–2034)
-5%
Annual openings (projected average)
600
Pay & Preparation
$69,460
Master's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Speaking (4.25/5) • Writing (4.25/5) • Reading Comprehension (4.25/5) • Critical Thinking (4.25/5) • Active Listening (4.25/5) • Mathematics (4/5)
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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