Highest Paying Careers 2025

Complete ranking of 809 occupations by median annual salary. Data sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

$238k+

Top Salary

$59k

Median Salary

809

Total Careers

Salary Range

Showing 809 of 809 careers

Rank

Career

Salary

Percentile

Family Medicine Physicians

SOC 29-1215

$238,380

100%

General Internal Medicine Physicians

SOC 29-1216

$236,350

100%

Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

SOC 53-2011

$226,600

100%

Dentists, All Other Specialists

Pediatricians, General

Computer and Information Systems Managers

SOC 11-3021

$171,200

99%

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Natural Sciences Managers

Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

SOC 23-1023

$156,210

98%

Computer Hardware Engineers

Air Traffic Controllers

Computer and Information Research Scientists

SOC 15-1221

$140,910

98%

Compensation and Benefits Managers

SOC 11-3111

$140,360

97%

Human Resources Managers

Public Relations Managers

Computer Network Architects

Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Training and Development Managers

SOC 11-3131

$127,090

95%

Advertising and Promotions Managers

SOC 11-2011

$126,960

95%

Law Teachers, Postsecondary

Information Security Analysts

Nuclear Power Reactor Operators

Industrial Production Managers

SOC 11-3051

$121,440

93%

Economics Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1063

$119,980

93%

Medical and Health Services Managers

SOC 11-9111

$117,960

93%

Physical Scientists, All Other

Psychologists, All Other

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers

SOC 23-1021

$115,230

93%

Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

SOC 19-3032

$109,840

92%

Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors

SOC 17-2111

$109,660

92%

Computer Occupations, All Other

SOC 15-1299

$108,970

92%

Administrative Services Managers

Power Distributors and Dispatchers

SOC 51-8012

$107,240

91%

Construction Managers

SOC 11-9021

$106,980

91%

Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

SOC 17-2031

$106,950

91%

Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers

SOC 47-4021

$106,580

91%

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1032

$106,120

91%

Financial Risk Specialists

SOC 13-2054

$106,000

91%

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

SOC 33-1012

$105,980

91%

Marine Engineers and Naval Architects

SOC 17-2121

$105,670

91%

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Database Administrators

Environmental Engineers

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary

SOC 11-9032

$104,070

90%

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

SOC 11-9033

$103,960

90%

Computer Systems Analysts

SOC 15-1211

$103,790

89%

Biochemists and Biophysicists

General and Operations Managers

SOC 11-1021

$102,950

89%

Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers

Personal Financial Advisors

SOC 13-2052

$102,140

89%

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1031

$101,480

88%

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1051

$101,390

88%

Financial and Investment Analysts

Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Project Management Specialists

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products

Special Effects Artists and Animators

Power Plant Operators

Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Occupational Therapists

Web and Digital Interface Designers

Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers

Atmospheric and Space Scientists

Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary

Speech-Language Pathologists

Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Detectives and Criminal Investigators

Labor Relations Specialists

Biological Scientists, All Other

Postmasters and Mail Superintendents

Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

Operations Research Analysts

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Education Administrators, All Other

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

Life Scientists, All Other

Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Emergency Management Directors

Transportation Inspectors

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

Food Scientists and Technologists

Subway and Streetcar Operators

Agricultural Engineers

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

Urban and Regional Planners

Signal and Track Switch Repairers

Producers and Directors

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary

Transit and Railroad Police

Accountants and Auditors

History Teachers, Postsecondary

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

Respiratory Therapists

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Financial Specialists, All Other

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

Insurance Underwriters

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians

Commercial and Industrial Designers

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians

Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

Orthotists and Prosthetists

First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Social and Community Service Managers

Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents

Fire Inspectors and Investigators

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Funeral Home Managers

Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators

Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage

First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators

Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other

First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other

Instructional Coordinators

Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

Dietitians and Nutritionists

Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Chemical Plant and System Operators

Computer Network Support Specialists

Human Resources Specialists

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

Artists and Related Workers, All Other

Construction and Building Inspectors

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Media and Communication Workers, All Other

Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators

Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Soil and Plant Scientists

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment

First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers

Film and Video Editors

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Pile Driver Operators

Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers

Public Relations Specialists

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

Social Workers, All Other

Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

Legal Support Workers, All Other

Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Fish and Game Wardens

Healthcare Social Workers

Conservation Scientists

Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators

Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers

Forensic Science Technicians

Special Education Teachers, All Other

Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators

Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners

Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars

Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other

Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other

Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products

Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers

Sound Engineering Technicians

Crane and Tower Operators

Set and Exhibit Designers

Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel

First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Training and Development Specialists

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers

Physical Therapist Assistants

Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers

Food Service Managers

Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Therapists, All Other

Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas

Anthropologists and Archeologists

Special Education Teachers, Middle School

Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Teachers and Instructors, All Other

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

Architectural and Civil Drafters

Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines

Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School

Marriage and Family Therapists

Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Music Directors and Composers

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School

Continuous Mining Machine Operators

Transportation Security Screeners

Health Education Specialists

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Surgical Technologists

Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas

Structural Iron and Steel Workers

Model Makers, Metal and Plastic

Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers

Medical Equipment Repairers

Wind Turbine Service Technicians

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Special Education Teachers, Preschool

Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

Plant and System Operators, All Other

Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers

Postal Service Clerks

First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers

Hearing Aid Specialists

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Advertising Sales Agents

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Personal Service Managers, All Other

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Brickmasons and Blockmasons

Watch and Clock Repairers

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Insurance Sales Agents

Computer User Support Specialists

News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists

Recreational Therapists

Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers

Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Interpreters and Translators

First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers

Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters

Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers

Hydrologic Technicians

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Refractory Materials Repairers, Except Brickmasons

Bridge and Lock Tenders

Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators

Exercise Physiologists

Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers

Farm and Home Management Educators

Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders

Social Science Research Assistants

Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers

Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas

Correctional Officers and Jailers

Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks

Postal Service Mail Carriers

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

Terrazzo Workers and Finishers

Insulation Workers, Mechanical

Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Airfield Operations Specialists

Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators

Real Estate Sales Agents

Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare

First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers

Plasterers and Stucco Masons

Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Audio and Video Technicians

Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic

Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles

Forest and Conservation Technicians

Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers

Broadcast Technicians

Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining

Engine and Other Machine Assemblers

Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists

Private Detectives and Investigators

Hoist and Winch Operators

Tile and Stone Setters

Financial Clerks, All Other

Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

Biological Technicians

Logging Workers, All Other

Surveying and Mapping Technicians

Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Automotive Body and Related Repairers

Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators

Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs

Statistical Assistants

Semiconductor Processing Technicians

Mechanical Door Repairers

Community Health Workers

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Agricultural Inspectors

Public Safety Telecommunicators

Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers

Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians

Locksmiths and Safe Repairers

Tree Trimmers and Pruners

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Medical Records Specialists

Extraction Workers, All Other

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators

Communications Equipment Operators, All Other

Cargo and Freight Agents

Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters

Counselors, All Other

Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Sailors and Marine Oilers

Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping

Food Science Technicians

Home Appliance Repairers

Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Rail Transportation Workers, All Other

Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers

Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Proofreaders and Copy Markers

Logging Equipment Operators

Meter Readers, Utilities

Floor Sanders and Finishers

Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners

Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers

Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks

Highway Maintenance Workers

Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners

Loan Interviewers and Clerks

Pourers and Casters, Metal

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

Farm Labor Contractors

Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall

Painters, Construction and Maintenance

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks

Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other

Helpers--Extraction Workers

Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

Information and Record Clerks, All Other

Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors

Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Dental Laboratory Technicians

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles

Word Processors and Typists

Court, Municipal, and License Clerks

Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers

Roustabouts, Oil and Gas

Museum Technicians and Conservators

Rock Splitters, Quarry

Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers

Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers

First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

Prepress Technicians and Workers

Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers

Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers

Billing and Posting Clerks

Parking Enforcement Workers

First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers

Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Medical Appliance Technicians

Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders

Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services

Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers

Agricultural Technicians

Correspondence Clerks

Construction Laborers

Log Graders and Scalers

Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Opticians, Dispensing

Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics

Medical Equipment Preparers

Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

Sales and Related Workers, All Other

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

Rehabilitation Counselors

Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

Bill and Account Collectors

Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other

Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Animal Control Workers

Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators

Foundry Mold and Coremakers

Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping

Self-Enrichment Teachers

Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners

Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation

Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Printing Press Operators

Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Social and Human Service Assistants

Religious Workers, All Other

Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary

Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

Cooks, Private Household

Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators

Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan

Forest and Conservation Workers

Office Clerks, General

Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks

Customer Service Representatives

Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other

Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders

Psychiatric Technicians

Agricultural Equipment Operators

Building Cleaning Workers, All Other

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand

Material Moving Workers, All Other

Protective Service Workers, All Other

Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Aircraft Service Attendants

Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks

Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Tenders

Emergency Medical Technicians

Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Conveyor Operators and Tenders

Woodworkers, All Other

Manufactured Building and Mobile Home Installers

Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders

Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers

Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters

Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other

Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders

Etchers and Engravers

Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing

Agricultural Workers, All Other

Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders

Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood

Helpers--Electricians

Print Binding and Finishing Workers

Slaughterers and Meat Packers

Machine Feeders and Offbearers

Transportation Workers, All Other

Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Office Machine Operators, Except Computer

Butchers and Meat Cutters

Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials

Production Workers, All Other

Cutters and Trimmers, Hand

Counter and Rental Clerks

Substitute Teachers, Short-Term

Food Processing Workers, All Other

Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians

Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service

Couriers and Messengers

Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Helpers--Production Workers

Motion Picture Projectionists

Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders

Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service

Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons

Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

Demonstrators and Product Promoters

Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other

Crossing Guards and Flaggers

Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers

Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Medical Transcriptionists

Occupational Therapy Aides

SOC 31-2012

$37,370

735

Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers

SOC 27-1026

$37,350

736

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

Textile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators and Tenders

SOC 51-6061

$37,320

739

Receptionists and Information Clerks

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

SOC 25-2011

$37,120

741

Tire Repairers and Changers

SOC 49-3093

$37,120

743

Stockers and Order Fillers

Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other

Gambling Cage Workers

Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

SOC 35-2012

$36,450

753

Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other

Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals

Baggage Porters and Bellhops

SOC 39-6011

$36,020

759

Library Assistants, Clerical

SOC 43-4121

$36,010

760

Sewing Machine Operators

SOC 51-6031

$36,000

761

Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers

SOC 51-6041

$35,950

762

Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

SOC 37-2011

$35,930

763

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

Packers and Packagers, Hand

SOC 53-7064

$35,580

766

Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products

Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment

SOC 53-7061

$35,270

769

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants

SOC 53-6031

$34,850

774

Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other

SOC 35-9099

$34,830

775

Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers

SOC 41-2012

$34,810

776

Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants

SOC 39-3093

$34,800

777

Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

SOC 37-2012

$34,660

777

Manicurists and Pedicurists

Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other

SOC 39-3099

$34,550

783

Gambling Service Workers, All Other

SOC 39-3019

$34,530

783

Door-to-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related Workers

SOC 41-9091

$34,530

785

Physical Therapist Aides

SOC 31-2022

$34,520

786

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians

SOC 53-3011

$34,330

789

Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks

SOC 43-4081

$34,270

790

Food Preparation Workers

SOC 35-2021

$34,220

791

Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials

SOC 51-6021

$33,880

792

Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers

SOC 51-6011

$33,800

793

Waiters and Waitresses

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers

SOC 39-3031

$31,150

805

Amusement and Recreation Attendants

SOC 39-3091

$30,490

806

Fast Food and Counter Workers

SOC 35-3023

$30,480

807

Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners

SOC 39-3012

$30,460

808

Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop

Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) | Last updated: December 2025

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