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Demographer

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Salary Range

$60000 - $150000

In-demand job

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Alternative job titles

  • Demographer
  • Demographer/Pollster
  • Population Analyst
  • Population Specialist
  • Population Studies Analyst
  • Population Studies Researcher

 

NOC Codes

NOC 2016:  2161

NOC 2021:  21210

 

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Education Requirements

Minimum Needed

Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Economics, Math, or Statistics.

or

Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Political Science, or other Social Science subject with appropriate training in applying statistics.

To Get Beyond Support Positions

Master's Degree in Sociology, Math, Statistics, Economics or Urban Planning.

Some Employers Require

Doctorate Degree in one of the above subjects.

Expert Advice

Social Science subjects are: Adult Education, Anthropology, Child and Youth Care, Communication and Media Studies, Criminology, Economics, Geography, Gerontology, Linguistics, Peace & Conflict Studies, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.

Education Pathway Advice

Students with a bachelor’s degree in a wide range of subjects are accepted into master’s degrees in Urban Planning. To also find out the admission requirements for master’s degrees in Economics, Math, Statistics and Sociology:

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Career Pathway Advice

Before Graduation

  • Gain Work Experiences. (e.g., Co-op Education, Internships, Work Integrated Learning).
  • Be Curious. Ask questions about the work environment and day-to-day tasks of a job. This includes reaching out to professionals in the field, faculty, counsellors/advisors, neighbours and friends.
  • Develop Power Skills. (e.g., oral and written communication, teamwork & leadership, problem solving, critical thinking, innovation & creativity, and engaging diversity).
  • Know Your Transferable Skills. Understand how the skills you are learning in your program meet or transfer to the requirements of your intended job.
  • Develop Digital Literacy. Be able to find, communicate, create, and edit files online (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe).
  • Be Grade Point Average (GPA) Aware. Know the minimum grade point average needed for admission to your desired graduate or professional program (if applicable).
  • Pursue Mentorship and Network Opportunities. (e.g., information interviews, developing relationships with someone working in the field, joining professional organizations, job shadowing, or volunteering).
  • Prepare Your Job Search Documents. (e.g., LinkedIn profile, CV/Resume, cover letter, and portfolio).
  • Practice your Interview Skills. Research common interview questions employers use, develop short stories you can use to demonstrate your skills and experience, and seek help from a career centre, family, or friends to do mock interviews.

After Graduation

  • Seek mentorship from co-workers and supervisors.
  • Participate in ongoing learning and professional development.
  • Build network relationships with other industry professionals.
  • Keep your job search documents updated.
  • Research the training opportunities offered by your employer.
  • Build your brand by using social media, LinkedIn, and through professional memberships or associations.

 Spotlight Requirement

  • Demography related fieldwork is normally needed.

Note: You should always confirm admission requirements for your desired program with your intended university.

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