Survey Researchers
19-3022.00
Updated 2024

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.

Sample of reported job titles: Data Analyst, Field Interviewer, Market Survey Representative, Methodologist, Public Opinion Analyst, Research Associate, Research Fellow, Research Interviewer, Survey Research Consultant, Telephone Interviewer

Occupation-Specific Information

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ImportanceCategoryTask
95
 
Core
Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis.
91
 
Core
Monitor and evaluate survey progress and performance, using sample disposition reports and response rate calculations.
91
 
Core
Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.
91
 
Core
Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
90
 
Core
Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.
90
 
Core
Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
89
 
Core
Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, market analysis surveys, public opinion polls, literature reviews, and file reviews.
88
 
Core
Support, plan, and coordinate operations for single or multiple surveys.
87
 
Core
Conduct research to gather information about survey topics.
86
 
Core
Direct and review the work of staff members, including survey support staff and interviewers who gather survey data.
80
 
Core
Analyze data from surveys, old records, or case studies, using statistical software.
77
 
Core
Direct updates and changes in survey implementation and methods.
76
 
Core
Write training manuals to be used by survey interviewers.
74
 
Core
Write proposals to win new projects.
70
 
Core
Collaborate with other researchers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surveys.
64
 
Core
Hire and train recruiters and data collectors.
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Worker Requirements

Education

How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation? Respondents said:

  • 46%
     
    Bachelor’s degree required
  • 38%
     
    Master’s degree required
  • 4%
     
    Post-baccalaureate certificate required

Worker Characteristics

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Occupational InterestInterest
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Investigative — Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
74
 
Conventional — Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.

Workforce Characteristics

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2022)
$29.04 hourly, $60,410 annual
State wages
Local wages
Employment (2022)
8,800 employees
Projected growth (2022-2032)
Decline (-2% or lower)
Projected job openings (2022-2032)
700
State trends
Top industries (2022)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections . “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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