Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Long-term incentive is not shown for this role. Equity awards are only disclosed publicly for the named executive officers of public companies, so no market figure exists for most jobs. See executive pay disclosures.
About this role
Statistician is a professional role within the function in the Computer and Mathematical job family.
Typical entry preparation: Master's Degree and 2 to 5 years of related work experience, per O*NET occupational data. Advancement typically requires additional years in role.
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
Top skills:MathematicsReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingActive Listening
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Statistician pay by experience level
Entry level$66,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$85,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$109,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$146,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$180,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+8.5%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
2,000
projected openings per year
Growing faster than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Statistician salary by industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
9,440 workers
$133,000
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
7,400 workers
$118,000
Scientific Research and Development Services
5,080 workers
$139,500
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
4,570 workers
$139,500
Educational Services
3,740 workers
$92,000
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
3,230 workers
$91,000
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
2,390 workers
$112,000
State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
2,250 workers
$81,000
Educational Services, Privately Owned
1,940 workers
$95,500
Hospitals
1,710 workers
$112,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional, Administrative, or Executive exemption
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Exempt when paid above the salary threshold, provided they satisfy the duties test for one of the FLSA exemption categories. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
How this role compares
Statistician pays 3% below the average across 38 roles in the Computer and Mathematical job family (family average $123,500).
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Statistician make?
The average base salary for a Statistician in the United States is $119,500 per year, or about $57.45 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $85,000 and $146,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Computer and Mathematical roles?
The Computer and Mathematical job family averages $123,500 across 38 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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