They may work alone or as part of a team. Some statisticians do the same tasks over and over. Others have variety in their jobs, such as designing experiments. Wages vary with level of training, experience and location. Entry level wages may be lower.
Statisticians receive the same benefits as most professionals.
These benefits include vacation and sick leave, health and life insurance, and a retirement plan. Pay varies depending on the worker's education. Those with advanced degrees earn higher starting salaries. There were 220 people employed as statisticians in Indiana in 1998. An additional 370 people were employed as statistical financial analysts.