# Statistical Assistants

> Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/careers/statistical-assistants
- SOC code: 43-9111.00
- Career family: Office and administrative support
- Median annual pay: $50,330 (10th percentile $35,990, 90th percentile $81,990)
- Projected growth: Decline, -1.8%
- Openings a year: 500
- Typical entry education: Bachelor's degree
- Bright outlook: no
- Data years: BLS 2025 wages · 2025–35 projections

## Interest profile (code CIR)

| Interest area | Score (0–100) |
| --- | ---: |
| Realistic (R) | 23 |
| Investigative (I) | 58 |
| Artistic (A) | 0 |
| Social (S) | 7 |
| Enterprising (E) | 12 |
| Conventional (C) | 100 |

## What you'd do

- Working with Computers (importance 99/100)
- Analyzing Data or Information (importance 96/100)
- Getting Information (importance 95/100)
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (importance 90/100)
- Processing Information (importance 87/100)
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (importance 83/100)
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (importance 82/100)
- Documenting/Recording Information (importance 81/100)
- Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (importance 73/100)
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (importance 72/100)

## Skills

Mathematics, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Active Learning, Complex Problem Solving, Writing, Active Listening, Speaking, Judgment and Decision Making, Time Management

## Knowledge

Mathematics, English Language, Computers and Electronics, Administrative, Law and Government, Administration and Management, Education and Training, Customer and Personal Service, Economics and Accounting, Communications and Media

## Also called

Actuarial Analyst, Actuarial Assistant, Actuarial Associate, Actuarial Technician (Actuarial Tech), Actuary Clerk, Administrative Analyst (Admin Analyst), Advertising Statistical Clerk, Analytical Clerk, Bookman, Chart Calculator

## Majors that lead here (NCES CIP–SOC crosswalk, 4-digit CIP)

- [Accounting and Related Services](https://www.collegesref.com/programs/5203) (CIP 5203, 1,951 colleges)

## Colleges with strong outcomes (College Scorecard, 2025)

| College | Program | Earnings 1 yr | Earnings 4 yrs | Median debt |
| --- | --- | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| [Georgetown University-DC](https://www.collegesref.com/college/georgetown-university-dc-1068) | Accounting and Related Services | not reported | $141,931 | $16,035 |
| [Bucknell University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/bucknell-university-331) | Accounting and Related Services | $87,150 | $130,990 | $25,350 |
| [Santa Clara University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/santa-clara-university-2371) | Accounting and Related Services | $88,383 | $130,087 | $16,249 |
| [Boston College](https://www.collegesref.com/college/boston-college-285) | Accounting and Related Services | $85,089 | $126,461 | $19,000 |
| [Lehigh University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/lehigh-university-1472) | Accounting and Related Services | $83,966 | $125,874 | $19,000 |
| [Villanova University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/villanova-university-3127) | Accounting and Related Services | $83,193 | $120,207 | $24,187 |
| [American University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/american-university-69) | Accounting and Related Services | not reported | $119,020 | not reported |
| [Washington and Lee University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/washington-and-lee-university-3167) | Accounting and Related Services | not reported | $118,946 | $19,500 |

## Related careers

- [Data Scientists](https://www.collegesref.com/careers/data-scientists): $120,230 median pay
- [Statisticians](https://www.collegesref.com/careers/statisticians): $105,650 median pay
- [Clinical Data Managers](https://www.collegesref.com/careers/clinical-data-managers): $120,230 median pay
- [Business Intelligence Analysts](https://www.collegesref.com/careers/business-intelligence-analysts): $120,230 median pay
- [Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks](https://www.collegesref.com/careers/bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks): $50,670 median pay
- [Document Management Specialists](https://www.collegesref.com/careers/document-management-specialists): $116,580 median pay

## Sources

- [O*NET Database](https://www.onetcenter.org/database.html), version 31.0 (CC BY 4.0)
- [BLS Employment Projections](https://www.bls.gov/emp/tables.htm), version 2025-35, data year 2025 (Public domain (U.S. government work))
- [BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/oes/tables.htm), version 2025, data year 2025 (Public domain (U.S. government work))
- [NCES CIP 2020 to SOC 2018 crosswalk](https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cipcode/resources.aspx?y=56), version 2020, data year 2020 (Public domain (U.S. government work))

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