Many people dream of having a stable job with a high salary and no risk of layoffs in the near future. This would allow them to enjoy a leisurely and entertaining lifestyle without worrying about potential job cuts. So, what kind of jobs meet these criteria?
According to data published on the official website of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) under the “Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics”, factors such as median annual wages, average annual wages, median hourly wages, average hourly wages, and employment numbers are taken into consideration to identify high-paying and stable jobs.
Let’s take a look at the top ten high-paying and stable jobs.
Median hourly wage: $115
Median annual salary: $239,200
The main job of a surgeon is to diagnose surgical diseases and provide surgical treatment for patients. They analyze patients’ medical histories, drug reactions, physical conditions, and test results to determine the need for surgery, develop surgical plans, and perform surgeries. Whether you have been on the operating table yourself or just watched a few episodes of the TV series “Grey’s Anatomy”, you know the importance of these surgeons.
The reason for the high compensation in this profession is that surgeons typically hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. The extensive period of study before entering the profession, high education costs, and high job risks contribute to the lucrative nature of the job.
The BLS predicts a 3% employment growth rate for this position in the next ten years.
Median hourly wage: $109.22
Median annual salary: $227,180
The primary job of an internist is to diagnose internal diseases and provide non-surgical treatment for patients. They conduct inquiries with patients and record information, perform necessary laboratory tests, analyze auxiliary test reports, propose treatment and prevention methods, healthcare plans, prescribe medications, etc. While internists can specialize in various fields, most general practitioners undergo training to become trained primary care physicians.
Similar to surgeons, the employment for this job is expected to grow by 3% in the next decade.
Median hourly wage: $97.64
Median annual salary: $203,090
The responsibilities of a nurse anesthetist include assessing patients’ anesthesia needs, developing anesthesia plans, administering anesthesia, monitoring patients’ physiological states during anesthesia, and providing care during the recovery period. They can work independently or closely with anesthesiologists and surgical teams. Nurse anesthetists play vital roles in various clinical settings, including hospitals, surgical clinics, maternity hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, plastic surgery centers, dental offices, pain management centers, and emergency services.
This is a well-paying job with an average annual salary of $200,000, making it a dream job for many nurses. Nurse anesthetists typically need to become a Registered Nurse (RN) and undergo further professional training to obtain a Master’s or Doctoral degree in anesthesia nursing.
Demand for this position is expected to grow at an astonishing rate of 38% in the next decade.
Median hourly wage: $91.12
Median annual salary: $189,520
CEOs of large corporations often have fame comparable to movie stars, such as Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk or former Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. However, the typical CEO is mainly responsible for policy-making, guiding company operations, and ensuring the achievement of all objectives from administrative to financial goals during working hours.
Median hourly wage: $78.88
Median annual salary: $164,070
Almost all companies rely on computer technology and information systems in one way or another, thus requiring one or more computer and information systems managers, also known as IT managers. Their duties include planning, directing, or coordinating electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, computer programming, etc. Positions in this field include Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, IT Security Manager, among others.
The job growth rate for this position is expected to reach 15% in the next ten years.
Median hourly wage: $76.88
Median annual salary: $159,920
Houses and buildings are not constructed solely by labor but also require coordinated management, which is where construction project managers come in. They are responsible for leading, managing, and supervising the entire construction project process. Project managers need to be involved in planning and strategizing at project initiation, lead and supervise the projects, coordinate resources, ensure compliance with blueprints, regulations, and other requirements, and ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and up to standard. They may be responsible for supervising everyone from construction workers to architects and many in-between. They may also handle budgeting, recruitment, and equipment needs. Moreover, they are likely to be held accountable if issues arise in construction projects. Hence, they need to have both technical and managerial skills.
Demand for this highly specialized job is expected to grow by 4% in the next decade.
Median hourly wage: $76.70
Median annual salary: $159,530
Dentists, also known as dental surgeons, specialize in preventing, diagnosing, and treating oral diseases. With the assistance of dental assistants, they provide oral health services.
Dentists’ responsibilities include tooth extraction, dental fillings, maintaining dental hygiene, checking for signs of oral cancer or other diseases, and providing other dental treatments. With the help of dentists, one can continue to chew food and enjoy meals even in old age.
This position is expected to grow by 4% in the next decade.
Median hourly wage: $115
Median annual salary: $148,900
Pilots fly fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters to provide air transport services and other services such as agricultural spraying and aerial surveying. Flight engineers control various technical aspects of each engine based on the captain’s orders, such as throttle, hydraulic control, cabin pressurization, power systems, etc. They may also inspect the aircraft’s condition before take-off and after landing. Essentially, flight engineers are aircraft systems specialists responsible for solving aircraft system problems, providing solutions for flight emergencies, and calculating take-off and landing data.
Safety is crucial for this job.
Median hourly wage: $71.50
Median annual salary: $148,720
Podiatrists specialize in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases, pains, and injuries of the feet, ankles, and lower legs. They also need to understand the related diseases that lead to problems in the feet, toes, and legs, such as diabetes. Podiatrists play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health and well-being of the feet and lower limbs.
Data shows that this industry will remain relatively stable from now until 2032, with no significant job growth or reduction.
Median hourly wage: $69.44
Median annual salary: $144,440
National science managers are primarily responsible for planning, guiding, or coordinating research and development activities in life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, etc. They oversee various research projects, actively participate in research, product development, and other scientific production activities.
While not everyone engaged in this job needs to be a scientist, many of them have been scientists before. In addition to other tasks, they may also directly participate in laboratory testing and specific experimental work.
A growth rate of approximately 5% is expected in this field by 2032.