Occupational Employment Statistics
19-2021 Atmospheric and Space Scientists
Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.
| Trade, Transportation and Utilities | N/A | N/A |
| Information | N/A | N/A |
| Education and Health Services | N/A | N/A |
| Public Administration | 40 | $58.54/hr |
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Physical Scientists, All Other
| 600 | $81.48/hr | 6.4% |
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Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
| 70 | $100,446.99/yr | 2.8% |
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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
| 280 | $35.35/hr | 8.9% |
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Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
| 1,980 | $42.53/hr | 7.2% |
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Astronomers
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
| 110 | $90,081.80/yr | 4.2% |
- Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.
- Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.
- Direct forecasting services at weather stations or at radio or television broadcasting facilities.
- Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.
- Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
- Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.
- Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
- Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
- Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.
- Apply meteorological knowledge to issues such as global warming, pollution control, or ozone depletion.