Statisticians vs. Software Developers: Who Earns More?
Software Developers out-earn Statisticians by $30K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Statisticians land at $105,650 and Software Developers at $135,980. The education gap is real: statistician programs typically require bachelor's degree, while software developer programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Statisticians is District of Columbia ($140,670); for Software Developers it's California ($174,410).
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 Software Developers?
Software Developers earn more nationally. The median is $105,650 for Statisticians versus $135,980 for Software Developers, a difference of $30K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Statisticians or Software Developers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Statisticians or Software Developers?
Statisticians typically requires bachelor's degree. Software Developers 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. Software Developers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Statisticians earn $140,670 vs. $136,880 for Software Developers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.