{"id":57785,"date":"2025-12-22T14:12:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-22T19:12:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ieeeusa.org\/?p=57785"},"modified":"2025-12-22T14:58:39","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T19:58:39","slug":"2025-consulting-survey-python-skills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ieeeusa.org\/2025-consulting-survey-python-skills\/","title":{"rendered":"Demand for Python programming in consulting jumps nearly 18%, IEEE-USA reports"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1260px + 20px );margin-left: calc(-20px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-20px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:10px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:10px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:10px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:10px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:10px;--awb-spacing-left-small:10px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h2><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2025 survey highlights a sharp rise in the use of Python\u2014a powerful programming language\u2014along with younger consultants entering the market and shifting regional rates <\/span><\/i><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">IEEE-USA has released the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ieeeusa.org\/product\/ieee-usa-consultants-fee-survey-report-2025-edition\/?utm_source=prn&amp;utm_medium=press&amp;utm_id=cfsr-2025\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">results of its 2025 Consultants Fee Survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> of engineering and technology consultants This annual survey provides critical data on compensation, in-demand skills, regional trends, and demographic shifts, helping consultants and organizations navigate the evolving demands of the consulting industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">IEEE-USA has been surveying the compensation of IEEE&#8217;s U.S. members since 1972. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ieeeusa.org\/product\/ieee-usa-consultants-fee-survey-report-2025-edition\/?utm_source=prn&amp;utm_medium=press&amp;utm_id=cfsr-2025\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2025 report<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> profiles self-employed consultants\u2014their education, experience, business practices, median earnings, and hourly fees\u2014helping them set competitive hourly rates and understand the nuances of the market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The report highlights several significant findings:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Surge in Software Expertise: Python consulting jumps nearly 18%<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Python\u2014a versatile programming language used for data analysis, machine learning, web development, and automation\u2014has become a critical skill for engineering consultants. Usage among consultants soared from 9.3% in 2024 to 26.8% in 2025, signaling a major shift toward software-driven solutions in the industry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Broader Industry View: Inclusion of \u201cpartial consultants\u201d for the first time<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This year\u2019s survey expands its scope to include professionals who consult part-time, offering a more comprehensive picture of the consulting landscape.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Demographic Shift: Younger professionals entering the field<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The mean age of consultants dropped from 63.8 to 58, reflecting an influx of younger talent\u2014often bringing digital skills that align with rising demand for Python and other tech expertise.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Regional Dynamics: Mountain region leads in median rates<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Mountain region has overtaken the Pacific region as the highest-paying area for consultants, highlighting evolving economic and geographic trends.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Business Realities: Repeat clients remain vital<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Repeat business accounts for 61% of full fee-based consultants\u2019 revenue, underscoring the importance of strong client relationships.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Rate Variation &amp; Education Premium<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nearly half of consultants (49.3%) maintain consistent rates, while 16.5% report variations of $150 or more. Consultants with Ph.D.s earn an average of $50 per hour more than those without, reinforcing the value of advanced education.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;One of the most striking findings this year is the rising demand for consultants who are well-versed in Python programming,&#8221; noted Mohammed Billoo, Chair of the IEEE-USA Consultants Committee. &#8220;This dramatic increase underscores the growing importance of software expertise in the engineering and technology sectors, highlighting a key area for consultants to develop and market their skills to remain competitive.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Interested parties can gain access to the full report, which includes detailed compensation data and trend analysis, by purchasing it at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ieeeusa.org\/product\/ieee-usa-consultants-fee-survey-report-2025-edition\/?utm_source=prn&amp;utm_medium=press&amp;utm_id=cfsr-2025\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/ieeeusa.org\/product\/ieee-usa-consultants-fee-survey-report-2025-edition\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. The report is available for IEEE members at $29.95 and for non-members at $49.95. This comprehensive resource is designed to help consultants set competitive hourly rates and understand the latest industry trends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>About IEEE-USA:<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">IEEE-USA serves the public good and promotes the careers and public policy interests of nearly 160,000 engineering, computing and technology professionals who are U.S. members of IEEE, the world\u2019s largest technical professional organization.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Contact:<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Leah Laird<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Senior Marketing &amp; Communications Specialist, IEEE-USA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">202-530-8328 | <\/span><a href=\"mailto:l.laird@ieee.org\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">l.laird@ieee.org<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">John Yaglenski<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Director of Communications, IEEE-USA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">202-530-8359\u00a0 | <\/span><a href=\"mailto:j.yaglenski@ieee.org\"><span style=\"font-weight: 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