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- Statewide
- Western Prosperity Zone
- Southwest Prosperity Zone
- North Central Prosperity Zone
- Northeast Prosperity Zone
- Northwest Prosperity Zone
- Piedmont-Triad Prosperity Zone
- Sandhills Prosperity Zone
- Southeast Prosperity Zone
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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
- Annual Median Wage$ 52,080$50,130
$126,750Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Very Fast Growing
- Economists conduct research, prepare reports, and evaluate issues related to monetary and fiscal policy. They also may collect and analyze statistical data.
What do they typically do
- Research economic issues related to education, the labor force, international trade, and other topics
- Conduct surveys and collect data
- Analyze data using mathematical models, statistical tools, and other software
- Interpret and forecast trends, such as of financial markets
- Advise businesses, governments, and individuals on problems related to fiscal policy or other economic topics
- Present research in tables, graphs, and articles for academic journals, government publications, and other media
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +2.1%Job Opening 19Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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