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Conduct economic analysis related to environmental protection and use of the natural environment, such as water, air, land, and renewable energy resources. Evaluate and quantify benefits, costs, incentives, and impacts of alternative options using economic principles and statistical techniques.



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$115.7k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).


44%

Doctoral degree

41%

Master's degree

11%

Bachelor's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Environmental Economist

Natural Resource Economist

Research Economist

Resource Economist

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