What is the average hourly wage for Statisticians?

The median hourly wage for Statisticians is $47.82 per hour. This translates to approximately $99,460 per year working full-time.

What states pay Statisticians the most?

Salaries for Statisticians vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a statistician?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Statisticians Salary

Name: Statisticians Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$99,460

$47.82 / hour

▲ 15% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$52,714 - $171,071

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

43,440

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Statisticians Salary by Percentile

$52,714 $171,071

10th pct Median: $99,460 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$52,714	$25.34
25th Percentile	$71,611	$34.43
50th (Median)	$99,460	$47.82
75th Percentile	$137,255	$65.99
90th (Top Earners)	$171,071	$82.25
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Statisticians

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$131,287	$63.12
2	California (CA)	$124,325	$59.77
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$121,341	$58.34
4	New York (NY)	$121,341	$58.34
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$119,352	$57.38
6	Connecticut (CT)	$117,363	$56.42
7	Hawaii (HI)	$114,379	$54.99
8	Alaska (AK)	$111,395	$53.56
9	Washington (WA)	$111,395	$53.56
10	Colorado (CO)	$107,417	$51.64
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Statisticians

Statisticians work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the technology sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Statisticians

Projected Growth

+15%

2022-2032

▲ 15% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

377,500

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Statisticians make?

The median annual salary for Statisticians is $99,460 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $52,714, while the top 10% earn $171,071 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Statisticians?

Statisticians earn a median hourly wage of $47.82 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $99,460 annually.

Is Statisticians a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $99,460, Statisticians earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (15% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Statisticians need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.