CareerOS by the Numbers
Data-driven insights from thousands of resume analyses, ATS scans, and career coaching sessions. Here is what we have learned about what works — and what does not.
Key Findings from 10,000+ Resumes
of resumes score below 80 on our ATS compatibility scale. This means the majority of job seekers are submitting resumes that may never reach a human recruiter.
Top 5 Resume Issues
File Format Performance
Platform Coverage
Frequently Asked Questions
How many resumes has CareerOS analyzed?
As of July 2026, CareerOS has analyzed over 10,247 resumes across all industries and experience levels, providing insights into ATS compatibility, keyword optimization, and formatting effectiveness.
What is the average ATS score?
The average ATS score across all analyzed resumes is 52 out of 100. Only 23% of resumes scored above 80, highlighting the widespread gap between candidate qualifications and ATS optimization.
What is the most common resume mistake?
Missing keywords is the most common issue, affecting 67% of resumes. This is followed by no quantified results (52%), formatting issues (43%), and non-standard headings (38%).
Which file format performs best in ATS?
.docx files achieve the highest average ATS score of 71/100, followed by .pdf at 65/100. Other formats average just 38/100, making .docx the safest choice for ATS submission.
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