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Typical entry-level education | Employment, 2022 | Employment distribution, percent, 2022 | Percent employment change, 2022-32 | Median annual wage, dollars, 2023(1) |
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Total, all occupations |
164,482.6 | 100.0 | 2.8 | 48,060 |
Doctoral or professional degree |
4,368.7 | 2.7 | 7.0 | 124,550 |
Master's degree |
3,099.0 | 1.9 | 11.3 | 83,150 |
Bachelor's degree |
40,373.7 | 24.5 | 6.7 | 85,800 |
Associate's degree |
3,422.7 | 2.1 | 5.7 | 62,270 |
Postsecondary nondegree award |
10,113.3 | 6.1 | 5.5 | 47,710 |
Some college, no degree |
4,301.8 | 2.6 | -2.2 | 44,130 |
High school diploma or equivalent |
62,532.5 | 38.0 | 0.9 | 45,040 |
No formal educational credential |
36,271.0 | 22.1 | 0.2 | 34,430 |
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Note: The occupational employment and growth rates shown in this table include projected growth in all jobs from 2022-32, not just entry-level jobs. Entry-level education reflects 2022 requirements—BLS does not project educational requirements. |
Last Modified Date: April 17, 2024