Audiologists
Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Audiologists to increase by 11.0% between 2024 and 2034, from 14,200 to 15,700 jobs. Its estimate of 600 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($95,780), education (Doctoral or professional 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)
14,200
Projected employment (2034)
15,700
Projected change (2024–2034)
11%
Annual openings (projected average)
600
Pay & Preparation
$95,780
Doctoral or professional degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Active Listening (4.12/5) • Reading Comprehension (4.12/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Critical Thinking (4/5) • Active Learning (4/5) • Writing (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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