What education is required for Statisticians?

BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.

Statisticians Salary in Minneapolis, Minnesota | BLS Metro Data

2025 wage data not published for statisticians in Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.

BLS still reports an estimated 580 workers in this role in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 2025.

Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.

Salary distribution

Where Minneapolis statisticians fall on the wage curve.

Distribution not available

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.

Typical entry

Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None

Top skills (O*NET)

Mathematics
Basic skill
4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
4.7 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
4.6 / 5
Number Facility
Ability
4.3 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
4.1 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

01
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
02
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
03
Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
04
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
05
Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
06
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
07
Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
08
Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.

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Frequently asked questions

What education is required for Statisticians?: BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.

Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Minneapolis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.