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Statistician
O*NET-SOC: 15-2041.00
Technology
Develops and applies statistical theory and methods to collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative data, helping organizations make evidence-based decisions across diverse domains.
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$103K
Median Salary
+30%
Growing
Master's Degree
Min. Education
Good Balance
Work-Life Balance
About This Role
Statisticians collect, organize, and analyze numerical data to help organizations make better decisions. They spend much of their day writing code in programming languages designed for data analysis, cleaning up messy datasets by removing errors and filling gaps, and then applying mathematical techniques to find patterns or test whether a change actually made a difference. A statistician might design an experiment to measure whether a new product feature improves user engagement, calculate how many participants are needed for reliable results, and then determine whether the outcome was statistically meaningful or just due to chance.
A Day in the Life
9:00 AM
Clean and prepare data
Import a new dataset, remove incomplete records and obvious errors, and verify the data matches expected formats before analysis.
10:30 AM
Design an experiment
Work with the product team to define what they want to test, determine how many users need to participate, and set the rules for measuring success.
12:00 PM
Analyze results
Run the numbers on a completed experiment, check whether the differences between groups are meaningful or just random noise, and summarize the key findings.
1:00 PM
Lunch and team sync
Join a team meeting over video call to share early results and get feedback on what questions to explore next.
2:00 PM
Build charts and dashboards
Create clear visualizations of model outputs so that non-technical stakeholders can quickly understand the main takeaways.
3:30 PM
Check model quality
Review a predictive model for common problems like using too many variables or fitting too closely to past data, and document any adjustments.
5:00 PM
Write a forecast report
Use historical trends to project future demand or usage, then write up the assumptions and results for the engineering team.
Tools & Technologies
- Databases & Data Tools
- AWS
- Microsoft Access
- SQL
- Amazon Redshift
- IBM DB2
- Analytics & Science
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- SAS
- The MathWorks MATLAB
- StataCorp Stata
- Aptech Systems GAUSS
- Programming Languages
- Python
- R
- C++
- SAP PowerBuilder
- Sun Microsystems Java
- Business Intelligence
- Tableau
- Apache Spark
- Qlik Tech QlikView
- Development Tools
- Microsoft Visual Basic
- Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA
- COBOL
- Formula translation/translator FORTRAN
- Database Systems
- Apache Hadoop
- Teradata Database
- Apache Pig
Salary Details
Salary Distribution
Salary distribution for Statistician: 10th percentile $60K, 25th $79K, median $103K, 75th $138K, 90th $171K Median $60K $79K $103K $138K $171K
Most professionals earn between $79K and $138K
Statistician salary percentile distribution Percentile Salary 10th $60K 25th $79K 50th (Median) $103K 75th $138K 90th $171K
Salary by State
Statistician salary by state map
Statistician salary by state State Median Salary Salary Range New York $150K $75K - $221K District of Columbia $134K $78K - $177K Maryland $129K $81K - $167K New Hampshire $128K $70K - $155K California $128K $60K - $197K Delaware $127K $74K - $186K North Carolina $123K $77K - $198K Illinois $117K $81K - $168K Indiana $113K $42K - $168K Georgia $108K $71K - $159K Texas $104K $63K - $162K Florida $104K $46K - $208K Kentucky $103K $60K - $151K Virginia $102K $60K - $173K Washington $102K $80K - $155K New Jersey $100K $73K - $173K Massachusetts $99K $64K - $168K Colorado $97K $62K - $155K Michigan $97K $64K - $148K Connecticut $96K $60K - $145K Oregon $94K $58K - $132K Kansas $93K $72K - $145K Rhode Island $92K $76K - $110K Arizona $91K $53K - $155K Wisconsin $89K $71K - $125K Tennessee $89K $56K - $133K Utah $88K $67K - $150K New Mexico $86K $50K - $93K Iowa $86K $42K - $152K Ohio $84K $52K - $140K Alaska $84K $37K - $144K Pennsylvania $84K $59K - $162K Nebraska $83K $53K - $127K Oklahoma $81K $63K - $147K West Virginia $81K $44K - $138K Minnesota $80K $60K - $138K Montana $79K $62K - $121K North Dakota $79K $54K - $110K Hawaii $77K $59K - $126K Vermont $73K $58K - $101K Louisiana $73K $47K - $124K Nevada $71K $51K - $127K Alabama $67K $49K - $112K Maine $67K $49K - $140K South Carolina $66K $32K - $119K Missouri $64K $44K - $126K Mississippi $60K $44K - $99K
Statistician salary by state State Median Salary Salary Range New York $150K $75K - $221K District of Columbia $134K $78K - $177K Maryland $129K $81K - $167K New Hampshire $128K $70K - $155K California $128K $60K - $197K Delaware $127K $74K - $186K North Carolina $123K $77K - $198K Illinois $117K $81K - $168K Indiana $113K $42K - $168K Georgia $108K $71K - $159K Texas $104K $63K - $162K Florida $104K $46K - $208K Kentucky $103K $60K - $151K Virginia $102K $60K - $173K Washington $102K $80K - $155K New Jersey $100K $73K - $173K Massachusetts $99K $64K - $168K Colorado $97K $62K - $155K Michigan $97K $64K - $148K Connecticut $96K $60K - $145K Oregon $94K $58K - $132K Kansas $93K $72K - $145K Rhode Island $92K $76K - $110K Arizona $91K $53K - $155K Wisconsin $89K $71K - $125K Tennessee $89K $56K - $133K Utah $88K $67K - $150K New Mexico $86K $50K - $93K Iowa $86K $42K - $152K Ohio $84K $52K - $140K Alaska $84K $37K - $144K Pennsylvania $84K $59K - $162K Nebraska $83K $53K - $127K Oklahoma $81K $63K - $147K West Virginia $81K $44K - $138K Minnesota $80K $60K - $138K Montana $79K $62K - $121K North Dakota $79K $54K - $110K Hawaii $77K $59K - $126K Vermont $73K $58K - $101K Louisiana $73K $47K - $124K Nevada $71K $51K - $127K Alabama $67K $49K - $112K Maine $67K $49K - $140K South Carolina $66K $32K - $119K Missouri $64K $44K - $126K Mississippi $60K $44K - $99K
Lower ($60K-$105K)Middle (~$105K)Higher ($105K-$150K)
Highest Paying States
- 1.New York$150K
- 2.District of Columbia$134K
- 3.Maryland$129K
- 4.New Hampshire$128K
- 5.California$128K
Lowest Paying States
- 1.Mississippi$60K
- 2.Missouri$64K
- 3.South Carolina$66K
- 4.Maine$67K
- 5.Alabama$67K
Certifications, Training & Memberships
Essential
SAS Certified Statistical Business Analyst
SAS Institute
Certification
Focuses on using SAS for predictive modeling and statistical procedures.
Recommended
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
INFORMS
Certification
Validates end-to-end analytics lifecycle skills including data analysis and communication.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
Microsoft
Certification
Emphasizes ML models and stats in cloud environments common in tech.
Helpful
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Google (via Coursera)
Course
Covers data cleaning, visualization, and statistical analysis with practical tech tools.
Professional Memberships
American Statistical Association (ASA) Membership
American Statistical Association
Membership
Offers professional development, journals, and networking for statisticians.
Work Environment
Remote Work Fully Remote
Work Setting Traditional office / indoor
Physical Activity Mostly sedentary
Social Interaction Highly collaborative — frequent team interaction
Schedule Standard work hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Statistician a good career?
Statistician can be a rewarding career choice. Based on current data, the median salary is $103K and job outlook is growing (30% projected growth). Whether it's a good fit depends on your skills, interests, and values — take our quiz to find out how well you match.
What degree do you need to become a Statistician?
The typical education requirement for a Statistician is a Master's Degree. However, requirements can vary by employer and specialization. Some professionals enter the field with alternative credentials or relevant work experience.
How long does it take to become a Statistician?
Becoming a Statistician typically requires about 6 years of higher education (including a bachelor's degree). Additional time may be needed for certifications, internships, or on-the-job training depending on the specific role and employer requirements.
What is the work-life balance like for a Statistician?
The work-life balance for a Statistician is generally considered good, with reasonable hours and manageable workloads. Individual experiences vary based on employer, specialization, seniority level, and geographic location.
What is the job outlook for Statistician?
The job outlook for Statistician is growing. Employment is projected to grow by 30% over the coming decade. Labor market conditions can vary by region and specialization.
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