Survey Researchers
SOC Code: 19-3022 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Survey Researchers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $67,621 | $109,699 | $151,798 | $193,877 |
| Ocala, FL | $60,258 | $104,083 | $147,888 | $191,714 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $60,632 | $103,251 | $145,891 | $188,510 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $88,150 | $119,933 | $151,715 | $183,498 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $39,728 | $81,890 | $124,072 | $166,234 |
| Sebring, FL | $36,733 | $72,488 | $108,222 | $143,978 |
| North Florida nonmetropolitan area | $41,995 | $75,379 | $108,763 | $142,147 |
| Vineland, NJ | $45,906 | $77,896 | $109,907 | $141,898 |
| Dover, DE | $45,822 | $77,688 | $109,554 | $141,419 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $64,397 | $89,877 | $115,378 | $140,858 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Google LLC | 49 | $183,186 |
| BPA International Inc | 23 | $47,158 |
| THE HANOVER RESEARCH COUNCIL LLC | 17 | $78,817 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | 14 | $202,076 |
| University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School | 10 | $58,559 |
| JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. | 9 | $124,889 |
| Albert Einstein College of Medicine | 9 | $70,195 |
| Facebook, Inc. | 8 | $181,104 |
| Johns Hopkins University | 7 | $88,489 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc | 6 | $253,817 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 25 | $97,354 |
| 2021 | 23 | $100,564 |
| 2022 | 31 | $99,827 |
| 2023 | 54 | $109,050 |
| 2024 | 115 | $108,486 |
| 2025 | 128 | $93,609 |
| 2026 | 20 | $99,346 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Active Listening | 4.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.2 | |
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Writing | 4.2 | |
| Mathematics | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 | |
| Coordination | 3.4 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.6 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.9 |
| Mathematics | 3.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.6 |
| Administration and Management | 3.5 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| Psychology | 3.5 |
| Administrative | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 50.0% |
| Doctoral degree | 38.5% |
| Post-doctoral training | 3.9% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 3.9% |
| Post-first professional | 3.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
- Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
- Analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software.
- Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis.
- Conduct research to gather information about survey topics.
- Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
- Collaborate with other researchers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surveys.
- Direct and review the work of staff members, including survey support staff and interviewers who gather survey data.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
C++ Extensible markup language XML IBM SPSS Statistics JavaScript Microsoft Access Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Project Microsoft Teams Microsoft Word Oracle Java Oracle PeopleSoft Perl
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