Skill Demand Index
SAS — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 3 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0.1%
Demand Rate
L1
Median Depth
67%
Gap Rate
3
Jobs Analyzed
Missing
The most common result here is no demonstrated SAS at all.
Overview
What is SAS?
Market context for SAS in the current job market
SAS is required in 0.1% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for SAS typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for SAS:
- •Required in 0.1% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L1 depth — foundational knowledge with practical application
- •Most demand comes from Data Analysis roles — 100% of all SAS jobs
What L1 means in practice:
L1 (Minimal) means you can discuss the concept but haven’t used it in production. Many entry-level positions accept this.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used SAS once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.
Common skill gaps:
The gap rate of 67% means most applicants lack SAS at the depth employers need. This is a real opportunity for candidates who invest in building genuine proficiency.
Which roles need SAS most:
Data Analysis positions drive 100% of demand. Skills commonly paired with SAS include Communication and Data Analytics.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match SAS requirements across 3 scored evaluations
Average depth: L1.0·Median depth: L1.0
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How SAS affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without SAS
$140K
Median $133K
1236 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“SAS appears in 0.1% of all scored jobs.”
From 3 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside SAS
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often SAS is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
High gap rate — most candidates are underqualified
When SAS appears in a job's requirements, 67% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
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