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Audiologists

Median Salary
87,740
Job Outlook
+11%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

52%

Private not for profit

19%

Self-employed

13%

State and local government

9%

Federal Government

7%

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of audiologists is projected to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 800 openings for audiologists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$66,020

10%

$87,740

Median

$112,850

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Doctoral degree

    95%

  • Post-doctoral training

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General
  • Audiology/Audiologist
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Psychology
  • Education and Training
  • Sales and Marketing

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.