Office and administrative support
Statistical assistant
Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.
Median pay
$50,330
Growth to 2035
−2%
little or no change
Openings a year
500
Time to qualify*
Minimal
* From a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field.
Pay
Statistical assistant
Getting in
- Typical entry education
- Bachelor's degree
- On-the-job training
- None
- Prior experience
- None
What the work is like
Dealing with the public
Unpleasant or angry people
Time pressure
Cost of a mistake
Freedom to make decisions
Repeating the same tasks
Time sitting
Time standing
Statistical assistant: 40% usually work over 40 hours a week
Core tasks
- Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
- File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
- Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
- Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
- Participate in the publication of data or information.
- Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
- Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.
- Discuss data presentation requirements with clients.
Also called: Actuarial Analyst · Actuarial Assistant · Actuarial Associate · Actuarial Technician (Actuarial Tech) · Administrative Analyst (Admin Analyst) · Data Technical Specialist · Research Assistant · Research Associate
Outlook and AI
Statistical assistants held 5,100 jobs in 2025. BLS projects 5,000 by 2035 (−2%, little or no change; all jobs: +3.5%).
Occupational substitution - share decreases as workers across a variety of disciplines can perform many of the tasks, such as compiling and analyzing data, once performed by statistical assistants.
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