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Epidemiologists in The United States

(Epidemiólogos)

Epidemiologists -- Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health outcomes and develop the means for prevention and control.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)19-1041.00
Career InterestsIS
Minimum education required(Master)
Master's degree
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(None)
None
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)0.53 (low growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)7,600
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)8,000
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)700
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$44,000
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$78,290
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$119,290
Career ClusterHealth Science
(Ciencia De la Salud)
Major Occupational GroupLife, Physical, and Social Science

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