Applied Mathematicians


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Applied Mathematicians

Applied Mathematicians - Employment & Outlook

The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings. This data does not include mathematicians who teach at colleges and universities.

Employment

Major employers:

  • Federal government agencies
  • Research and testing companies
  • Technical consulting companies

Outlook

Growth for this career is expected to show little to no change. Growth in this career will be due to advancements in technology that allow for better collection and processing of data.

Job openings will occur as mathematicians retire or leave this career for other reasons. However, this is a very small career and not many job openings are expected. Job prospects will be best for those with experience in business, computer science, or statistics.

Mathematicians (CIS 100122)

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Illinois
57
Very small
&
3.5%
8.2%
>>>>
4
Very few
  Cook County
29
Very small
&
0.0%
9.2%
>>>>
2
Very few
  Du Page County
13
Very small
&
0.0%
8.8%
>>>>
1
Very few
United States
2,500
Very small
&
0.0%
4.0%
>>>>
200
Very few
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.