It seems like everyone is losing jobs or can’t find a job in this terrible economy. But believe it or not there are still options out here! Check these high paying jobs starting at $100,000 and up.
You might think that in order to make the big bucks, you have to get involved in the glamor professions, such as acting or professional athletics. However, you might be surprised to learn that none of those professions made the top 10 or even the top 25 list of highest-paying jobs, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. It should be noted that, according to the Department of Labor, 8 of the top 10 highest-paying professions were in the medical field. To avoid monotony, we included the medical professions in a single entry. Here are the top 10 highest-paying jobs in the U.S.
10. Air traffic controller
Highest salary: $109,220
Training time: 9 years
9. Marketing manager
Highest salary: $110,000
Training time: 4 to 6 years
8. Lawyers and judges
Highest salary: $113,000
Training time: 7 years
7. Computer and information systems manager
Highest salary: $113,700
Training time: 4 to 8 years
6. Natural sciences manager
Highest salary: $114,600
Training time: 6 years
5. Engineering manager
Highest salary: $117,000
Training time: 6 to 7 years
4. Dentist
Highest salary: $145,320
Training time: 8 years
3. Psychiatrist
Highest salary: $179,195
Training time: 10 to 14 years
2. CEO
Highest average salary: $217,770
Training time: Varies
1. Medical professional
Highest average salary: $251,520
Training time: 10 to 15 years
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