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.
Also called: Actuarial Analyst · Actuarial Assistant · Actuarial Technician · Administrative Analyst · Research Assistant · Statistical Clerk
Median pay (national)
$51,440
$38,050–$79,410 (10th–90th)
Employed (US)
5,900
BLS OEWS, May 2024
Outlook 2024–34
-2.5%
~800 openings/yr
Typical entry
Bachelor's degree
What the numbers say
Refit analysis ·Pay for statistical assistants shows a broad range: the top 10% earn $79,410 versus $38,050 at the bottom 10% — 2.1x. The median of $51,440 leaves roughly 54% of headroom to the 90th percentile, which is where seniority, specialization, and the skills below tend to pay off.
Refit analysis ·Employment is projected to change -2.5% from 2024 to 2034 — a projected decline, against +3% across all occupations. Even so, BLS projects about 800 openings a year, mostly to replace workers who retire or change careers.
Refit analysis ·Where you work moves the number a lot. Across the 27 states with released data, Iowa pays the most for this role (median $82,000, +59% vs the national median), while Puerto Rico sits lowest at $28,670 — a 186% spread for the same job title.
Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Mathematics, Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list. On the tools side, O*NET flags C#, Python, R, SAS as in-demand technologies for this role.
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Top skills employers ask for
Ranked by O*NET importance for this occupation.
- Mathematics
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Writing
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Monitoring
- Learning Strategies
- Science
What they actually do
Core O*NET tasks for this role.
- Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
- Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.
- File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
- Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
- Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.
- Code data prior to computer entry, using lists of codes.
- Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
- Participate in the publication of data or information.
- Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
- Interview people and keep track of their responses.
Tools & technology
- C#
- Python
- R
- SAS
- Bentley MicroStation
- C++
- Google Workspace software
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
- Microsoft Visual Basic
- Microsoft Visual Studio
- Oracle Java
- Oracle PL/SQL
- Structured query language SQL
- Tableau
- The MathWorks MATLAB
Knowledge areas
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Computers and Electronics
- Customer and Personal Service
- Education and Training
- Administrative
- Administration and Management
- Law and Government