Statisticians vs. Computer User Support Specialists: Who Earns More?
Statisticians out-earn Computer User Support Specialists by $44K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Statisticians land at $105,650 and Computer User Support Specialists at $61,860. The education gap is real: statistician programs typically require bachelor's degree, while computer user support specialist programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Statisticians is District of Columbia ($140,670); for Computer User Support Specialists it's District of Columbia ($80,950).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Statisticians median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Statisticians or Computer User Support Specialists?
Statisticians earn more nationally. The median is $105,650 for Statisticians versus $61,860 for Computer User Support Specialists, a difference of $44K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Statisticians or Computer User Support Specialists?
Statisticians has the better 10-year outlook at 8.5% projected growth, compared to -3.7% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Statisticians or Computer User Support Specialists?
Statisticians typically requires bachelor's degree. Computer User Support Specialists requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Statisticians get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Statisticians at $140,670/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Statisticians vs. Computer User Support Specialists pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Statisticians earn $140,670 vs. $80,950 for Computer User Support Specialists. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.