Industries with Fastest Sociologists Salary Growth
These industries raised Sociologists salaries the most from 2019 to 2024. Useful for deciding which industry to work in or switch to for better pay growth.
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Industries with Growth
+81.7%
Highest Growth
+30.9%
Average Growth
0
Industries with Decline
Top 15 Industries for Salary Growth
Sociologists salary increase from 2019 to 2024
All 7 Industries with Salary Growth
| Rank | Industry | 2019 Salary | 2024 Salary | $ Increase | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations | $74,350 | $135,110 | +$60,760 | +81.7% |
| 2 | Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | $62,880 | $87,630 | +$24,750 | +39.4% |
| 3 | Educational Services | $63,310 | $82,570 | +$19,260 | +30.4% |
| 4 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $92,260 | $113,520 | +$21,260 | +23.0% |
| 5 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | $123,150 | $144,760 | +$21,610 | +17.5% |
| 6 | Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities | $91,840 | $103,510 | +$11,670 | +12.7% |
| 7 | Scientific Research and Development Services | $93,440 | $103,910 | +$10,470 | +11.2% |
About This Data
Salary growth is calculated by comparing the median annual wage for Sociologists in each industry between 2019 and 2024, using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Growth percentage = (2024 median - 2019 median) / 2019 median × 100.