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Wage reference · May 2025
Office and Administrative Support

Data Entry Keyers

Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing.

National median annual wage$41,340Source occupation group · May 2025
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Computer and Mathematical

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.

National median annual wage$120,230Source occupation group · May 2025
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Computer and Mathematical

Data Warehousing Specialists

Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users.

National median annual wage$139,500Source occupation group · May 2025
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Computer and Mathematical

Database Administrators

Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.

National median annual wage$104,620Source occupation group · May 2025
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Computer and Mathematical

Database Architects

Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

National median annual wage$139,500Source occupation group · May 2025
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Sales and Related

Demonstrators and Product Promoters

Demonstrate merchandise and answer questions for the purpose of creating public interest in buying the product. May sell demonstrated merchandise.

National median annual wage$39,320Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Support

Dental Assistants

Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.

National median annual wage$48,070Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dental Hygienists

Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.

National median annual wage$98,100Source occupation group · May 2025
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Production

Dental Laboratory Technicians

Construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.

National median annual wage$49,610Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dentists, All Other Specialists

All dentists not listed separately.

National median annual wage$224,990Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dentists, General

Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

National median annual wage$170,950Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dermatologists

Diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.

National median annual wage$328,730Source occupation group · May 2025
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Construction and Extraction

Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas

Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.

National median annual wage$58,620Source occupation group · May 2025
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Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Designers, All Other

All designers not listed separately.

National median annual wage$64,950Source occupation group · May 2025
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Office and Administrative Support

Desktop Publishers

Format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.

National median annual wage$55,290Source occupation group · May 2025
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Protective Service

Detectives and Criminal Investigators

Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.

National median annual wage$93,790Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

National median annual wage$96,590Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dietetic Technicians

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

National median annual wage$37,640Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Dietitians and Nutritionists

Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.

National median annual wage$76,400Source occupation group · May 2025
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Computer and Mathematical

Digital Forensics Analysts

Conduct investigations on computer-based crimes establishing documentary or physical evidence, such as digital media and logs associated with cyber intrusion incidents. Analyze digital evidence and investigate computer security incidents to derive information in support of system and network vulnerability mitigation. Preserve and present computer-related evidence in support of criminal, fraud, counterintelligence, or law enforcement investigations.

National median annual wage$116,580Source occupation group · May 2025
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Food Preparation and Serving Related

Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Facilitate food service. Clean tables; remove dirty dishes; replace soiled table linens; set tables; replenish supply of clean linens, silverware, glassware, and dishes; supply service bar with food; and serve items such as water, condiments, and coffee to patrons.

National median annual wage$33,980Source occupation group · May 2025
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Community and Social Service

Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.

National median annual wage$52,100Source occupation group · May 2025
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Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).

National median hourly wage$21.61Source occupation group · May 2025
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Food Preparation and Serving Related

Dishwashers

Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils.

National median annual wage$34,810Source occupation group · May 2025
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