• Economists
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  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 52,080
    $50,130 range bar $126,750
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    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 Annual
Job Growth +2.1%
Job Openings 19

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