Environmental Economists
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Growth
The number of 'Economists' job openings is expected to rise 5.1% by 2033
Updated projections are due 09-2025.
Wages
In 2023, the median annual wage for 'Economists' was 115.730 $, or 56 $ per hour
'Economists' were paid 140.8% higher than the national median wage, which stood at 48.060 $
Volume
As of 2023 there were 16,420 people employed as 'Economists' within the United States.
This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 9 thousand people are employed as 'Economists'.
Job description
Conduct economic analysis related to environmental protection and use of the natural environment, such as water, air, land, and renewable energy resources. Evaluate and quantify benefits, costs, incentives, and impacts of alternative options using economic principles and statistical techniques.
SOC Code: 19-3011.01
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