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Statistical Assistants
 
Description

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.

O*NET code 43-9111.00

 
Wages

The national average annual salary for this occupation is $37,090 per year. Nationally, the average hourly wage for this occupation is $17.83. The average wage in New Mexico is below the national average. In New Mexico, the average hourly wage is $14.95 and most workers in this occupation earn between $14.21 and $15.32 per hour.

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New Mexico Local Wages for Statistical Assistants
AreaEntry WageAverage WageExperienced Wage
National Annual$37,090
National Hourly$17.83
Statewide Annual$29,556$31,094$31,864
Statewide Hourly$14.21$14.95$15.32
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Metro Areas refer to Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Regions refer to Workforce Investment Areas.
For more detailed information about New Mexico wages visit the Occupational Employment Statistics program website. Information displayed represents annual 2010 wages.

 
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Job Growth

New Mexico

2008 to 2018

In 2008 there were about - workers in this occupation in New Mexico. The Department of Workforce Solutions estimates that by 2018 this number will have no growth by about percent and an estmated - will be employed in this occupation. Compared to other occupations, employment growth in this occupation has little or no change. Job opportunities indicate few and keen competition, as there should be about - openings each year for workers in this occupation.

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New Mexico Local Needs for Statistical Assistants
AreaEstimated
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Metro Areas refer to Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Regions refer to Workforce Investment Areas.

 
Education

Statistical Assistants usually need Bachelor's Degree.

Education LevelPercentage
Bachelor's Degree44%
Master's Degree18%
Some College Courses15%
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)12%
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)8%
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)2%

Information based on O*NET data and is the result of a national survey.

Use this list to find educational opportunities for this occupation. Contact the specific schools directly to find out application requirements and program availability.

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New Mexico Schools with programs for Statistical Assistants
+ Bency Associates IT Computer Training
Website:http://www.bency.com
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Brookline College
Website:http://brooklinecollege.edu/locations/albuquerque/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Brown Mackie College- Albuquerque
Website:http://www.brownmackie.edu/albuquerque/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Associate's DegreeAccounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Central New Mexico Community College
Website:http://www.cnm.edu/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Central New Mexico Community College-Mon
Website:http://www.cnm.edu/campus/montoya/index.php
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Central New Mexico Community College-Sou
Website:http://www.cnm.edu/svc/index.php
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Central New Mexico Community College-Wes
Website:http://www.cnm.edu/campus/westside/index.php
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Central New Mexico Community College-Wo
Website:http://www.cnm.edu/campus/wtc/index.php
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ EcoVersity
Website:http://www.ecoversity.org
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; < 1 yr.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ San Juan College
Website:http://www.sjc.cc.nm.us/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Associate's DegreeAccounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ San Juan College - East
Website:http://www.sjc.cc.nm.us/pages/1742.asp
TypeStandardized Program Title
Associate's DegreeAccounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ San Juan College - West
Website:http://www.sjc.cc.nm.us/pages/1740.asp
TypeStandardized Program Title
Associate's DegreeAccounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Santa Fe Community College
Website:http://www.sfcc.edu/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; 1-2 yrs.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institut
Website:http://www.sipi.edu/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Associate's DegreeAccounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
+ UNM School of Continuing Education
Website:http://dce.unm.edu/
TypeStandardized Program Title
Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; < 1 yr.Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping

This list is updated once a year and is compiled from the NM Department of Higher Education and other sources.

 
License

No New Mexico occupational license is required.

 
WorkKeys Skill Levels
Applied MathematicsApplied TechnologyListeningLocating InformationObersvationReading for InformationTeamworkWriting
40344434

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Industires that Hire Statistical Assistants in New Mexico.
IndustryPercent of Employed
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services*
Self-Employed Workers, Primary Job6.1%

* Data is confidential.

Source: NMDWS, Economic Research and Analysis Bureau

 
Common Titles
  • Actuarial Analyst
  • Actuarial Assistant
  • Actuarial Technician
  • Actuary
  • Actuary Clerk
  • Analytical Clerk
  • Board Boy
  • Board Operator
  • Board Worker
  • Boardmarker
  • Bookman
  • Chart Calculator
  • Chart Changer
  • Chart Clerk
  • Compilation Clerk
  • Compiler
  • Core Man
  • Core Worker
  • Crime Data Specialist
  • Data Analyst
  • Editing Clerk
  • Fiscal Clerk
  • Management Engineer
  • Mathematical Technician
  • Mileage Clerk
  • Planimeter Operator
  • Product Operations Associate
  • Prorate Clerk
  • Proration Clerk
  • Record Clerk, Tabulating
  • Report Clerk
  • Research Assistant
  • Research Associate
  • Sales, Record Clerk
  • Statistical Clerk
  • Statistical Clerk, Advertising
  • Tabulating Clerk
  • Tariff Compiler
  • Technical Analyst
  • Technician, Data
  • Wheelage Clerk

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