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Wage reference · May 2025
Architecture and Engineering

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval

Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

National median annual wage$99,280Source occupation group · May 2025
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Architecture and Engineering

Architectural and Civil Drafters

Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.

National median annual wage$66,150Source occupation group · May 2025
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Management

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

National median annual wage$171,270Source occupation group · May 2025
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Educational Instruction and Library

Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

National median annual wage$96,870Source occupation group · May 2025
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Educational Instruction and Library

Archivists

Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.

National median annual wage$64,550Source occupation group · May 2025
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Educational Instruction and Library

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

National median annual wage$85,020Source occupation group · May 2025
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Military Specific

Armored Assault Vehicle Crew Members

Operate tanks, light armor, and amphibious assault vehicles during combat situations on land or in aquatic environments. Duties include driving armored vehicles that require specialized training; operating and maintaining targeting and firing systems; operating and maintaining advanced onboard communications and navigation equipment; transporting personnel and equipment in a combat environment; and operating and maintaining auxiliary weapons, including machine guns and grenade launchers.

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Military Specific

Armored Assault Vehicle Officers

Direct the operation of tanks, light armor, and amphibious assault vehicle units during combat situations on land or in aquatic environments. Duties include directing crew members in the operation of targeting and firing systems; coordinating the operation of advanced onboard communications and navigation equipment; directing the transport of personnel and equipment during combat; formulating and implementing battle plans, including the tactical employment of armored vehicle units; and coordinating with infantry, artillery, and air support units.

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Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Art Directors

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.

National median annual wage$114,850Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Art Therapists

Plan or conduct art therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive, or emotional well-being.

National median annual wage$77,930Source occupation group · May 2025
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Educational Instruction and Library

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

National median annual wage$78,620Source occupation group · May 2025
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Military Specific

Artillery and Missile Crew Members

Target, fire, and maintain weapons used to destroy enemy positions, aircraft, and vessels. Field artillery crew members predominantly use guns, cannons, and howitzers in ground combat operations, while air defense artillery crew members predominantly use missiles and rockets. Naval artillery crew members predominantly use torpedoes and missiles launched from a ship or submarine. Duties include testing, inspecting, and storing ammunition, missiles, and torpedoes; conducting preventive and routine maintenance on weapons and related equipment; establishing and maintaining radio and wire communications; and operating weapons targeting, firing, and launch computer systems.

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Military Specific

Artillery and Missile Officers

Manage personnel and weapons operations to destroy enemy positions, aircraft, and vessels. Duties include planning, targeting, and coordinating the tactical deployment of field artillery and air defense artillery missile systems units; directing the establishment and operation of fire control communications systems; targeting and launching intercontinental ballistic missiles; directing the storage and handling of nuclear munitions and components; overseeing security of weapons storage and launch facilities; and managing maintenance of weapons systems.

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Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Artists and Related Workers, All Other

All artists and related workers not listed separately.

National median annual wage$71,240Source occupation group · May 2025
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Production

Assemblers and Fabricators, All Other

All assemblers and fabricators not listed separately.

National median annual wage$44,650Source occupation group · May 2025
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Life, Physical, and Social Science

Astronomers

Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.

National median annual wage$128,820Source occupation group · May 2025
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Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Compete in athletic events.

National median annual wage$66,710Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Athletic Trainers

Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic, emergency, and rehabilitative care.

National median annual wage$62,520Source occupation group · May 2025
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Life, Physical, and Social Science

Atmospheric and Space Scientists

Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.

National median annual wage$99,070Source occupation group · May 2025
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Educational Instruction and Library

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

National median annual wage$103,170Source occupation group · May 2025
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Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Audio and Video Technicians

Set up, maintain, and dismantle audio and video equipment, such as microphones, sound speakers, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, video cameras, video monitors and servers, and related electronic equipment for live or recorded events, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.

National median annual wage$58,100Source occupation group · May 2025
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Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

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.

National median annual wage$95,780Source occupation group · May 2025
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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers

Install, repair, or adjust audio or television receivers, stereo systems, camcorders, video systems, or other electronic entertainment equipment in homes or other venues. May perform routine maintenance.

National median annual wage$52,600Source occupation group · May 2025
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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.

National median annual wage$54,890Source occupation group · May 2025
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