Business & Finance
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.
Median salary
$51,440
Typical range
$38k – $79k
Job outlook
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Education
Typical entry: Bachelor's degree
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Statistical Assistants Intern
Internship
$36,000
~4 mos to advance
Junior Statistical Assistants
Entry / Junior
$38,050
~2 yrs to advance
Statistical Assistants
Established
$51,440
~3 yrs to advance
Senior Statistical Assistants
Senior
$65,425
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Key skills
A typical day
- •Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
- •Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
- •Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.
- •Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
- •Participate in the publication of data or information.
Fields of study
Any field
Top colleges for Business & Finance
Explore all- University of Pennsylvania6% admit · $112,000 grad pay
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology4% admit · $124,000 grad pay
- Harvard University4% admit · $119,000 grad pay
- University of California, Berkeley11% admit · $97,000 grad pay
- New York University12% admit · $84,000 grad pay
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