How the national numbers differ
1Accountant / Auditor has the edge on annual openings
Accountant / Auditor is at 115,300 annual openings, compared with 5,200 annual openings for Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate.
Accountant / Auditor has the edge on median pay
Accountant / Auditor is at $83,680, compared with $67,960 for Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate.
Accountant / Auditor has the edge on projected growth
Accountant / Auditor is at 5% projected growth, compared with 3.5% projected growth for Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate.
72.9/ 100Accountant / Auditor
vs
51.8/ 100Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
Each available metric is ranked from 0 to 100 against the careers on ChooseField. The weighted average uses this profile: pay 30%, growth 25%, openings 30%, preparation level 15%. Missing values are not scored as zero; their weights are redistributed across available metrics. Occupation size has zero weight: employment is not accessible vacancies. Preparation categories do not measure admission difficulty or years without earnings. The score summarizes national measures; local opportunities and personal fit still need separate consideration.
Detailed evidence
Accountant / Auditor vs Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
| Dimension | Accountant / Auditor | Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate |
|---|
| Median pay (2025) | $83,680 | $67,960 |
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| Pay percentile | 75.2 percentile | 59.5 percentile |
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| Projected growth (2025–2035) | 5% | 3.5% |
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| Annual openings (2025–2035) | 115,300 | 5,200 |
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| 2025 employment | 1,595,200 | 68,400 |
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| How you qualify | Bachelor's degree | specialty-specific preparation that needs verification with programs and employers; the broader BLS occupation's education category is not a verified route for this specialty |
| O*NET preparation group | Job Zone 4 | Job Zone 4 |
| Related work experience | No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary. | Prior experience requirements need verification for this occupation. |
| On-the-job training | BLS does not list a separate on-the-job training requirement. Employers may still provide orientation and role-specific training. | Verify the specialty's training, licensing, and full preparation time with an accredited program or employer. |
The table reports national benchmarks and reviewed work descriptions. It does not rate personal suitability, job security, or physical safety.
