The Healthcare field dominates this list! So, we did not include all Physician and Dentistry specialties as that would have made up more than half of this list alone.
1. Anesthesiologists
Anesthesiologists are Doctors who administer and monitor anesthesia during surgery. They earn a mean salary of $271,400 a year or about $130 an hour. A Doctoral Degree is required with a 3-to-4-year residency and additional training for any additional specialization. The average time spent in school and training is 12 to 15 years. The average debt for school is around $250,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 48,000 new jobs or an increase of about 24.2%.
2. Surgeons
Surgeons treat diseases, injuries, and illnesses through surgical procedures. They earn a mean salary of $251,650 a year or about $121 an hour. A Doctoral Degree is required with a 3-to-4-year residency and additional training for any additional specialization. The average time spent in school and training is 12 to 15 years. The average debt for school is around $250,000. By 2030, there predicted to be around 50,400 new jobs or an increase of about 61.8%.
3. Orthodontists
Orthodontists use braces and other tools to correct the misalignment of teeth. They earn a mean salary of $237,990 a year or about $114.42 an hour. Graduation from an accredited Dental School is required with a 2- or 4-year residency for specific specialization. The average time spent in school and training is 8 to 12 years. The average debt for school is around $292,100. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 563,500 new jobs or an increase of about 48.9%.
4. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons perform surgery on the mouth, jaw, and other hard or soft tissues of the face and neck. They earn a mean salary of $234,990 a year or about $112.98 an hour. Graduation from an accredited Dental School is required with 4 to 6 years in a specialized program after. The average time spent in school and training is 8 to 12 years. The average debt for school is around $292,100. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 900 new jobs or an increase of about 2.1%.
5. Physicians
Physicians diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and illnesses. They earn a mean salary between $208,000 and $237,120 a year or about $100.00 to $114.96 an hour based on their specialty. A Doctoral Degree is required with a 3-to-4-year residency and additional training for any additional specialization. The average time spent in school and training is 10 to 15 years. The average debt for school is around $250,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 178,700 new jobs or an increase of about 33.28%.
6. Psychiatrists
Psychiatrists diagnose and treat mental disorders with psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and medication and hospitalization as needed. They earn a mean salary of $217,100 a year or about $104.38 an hour. A Doctoral Degree is required, and the average time spent in school and training is 10 to 12 years. The average debt for school is around $200,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 2,500 new jobs or an increase of about 27.2%.
7. Chief Executives
Chief Executives direct and manage companies and organizations to ensure strategic and long-term goals are met. They earn a mean salary of $197,840 a year or about $95.12 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, often an MBA or similar Master’s Degree is highly desired. The average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related management experience. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 16,800 less jobs or a decrease of about 5.7%.
8. Dentists
Dentists diagnose and treat issues with the teeth, gums, and mouth. They earn a mean salary between $180,830 and $194,930 a year or about $86.94 to $93.72 an hour based on their specialty. Graduation from an accredited Dental School is required with a 2- or 4-year residency for specific specialization. The average time spent in school and training is 8 to 12 years. The average debt for school is around $292,100. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 29,900 new jobs or an increase of about 10.4%.
9. Nurse Anesthetists
Nurse Anesthetists administer and monitor anesthesia during surgery as well as oversee the patient’s recovery after surgery. They earn a mean salary of $189,190 a year or about $90.96 an hour. A Master’s Degree is required with at least a year of critical care Nursing experience as well. The average time spent in school and training is 6 to 7 years. The average debt for school is around $70,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 2,300 new jobs or an increase of about 8.3%.
10. Airline Pilots and Flight Engineers
Airline Pilots and Flight Engineers prepare, navigate and fly airplanes or helicopters. They earn a mean salary of $186,870 a year or about $89.84 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required with an additional certification to fly. The average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 900 new jobs or an increase of about 3.8%.
11. Computer and Information Systems Managers
Computer and Information Systems Managers oversee computer and technology related duties and activities for an organization. They earn a mean salary of $161,730 a year or about $77.76 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and often an MBA or similar Master’s Degree is highly desired. The average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related management experience. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 4,600 new jobs or an increase of about 6.1%.
12. Architectural and Engineering Managers
Architectural and Engineering Managers research and coordinate the work of architects and engineers. They earn a mean salary of $158,100 a year or about $76.01 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree required, and often an MBA or a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management is highly desired. The average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related engineering and architectural experience. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 4,500 new jobs or an increase of about 5.8%.
13. Natural Sciences Managers
Natural Sciences Managers coordinate and supervise scientific activities related to research, testing and development, and quality control. They earn a mean salary of $154,930 a year or about $74.49 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and often they have a master’s degree or Ph.D. in a science field. The average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related experience in the science field. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 400 new jobs or an increase of about 3.2%.
14. Marketing Managers
Marketing Managers identify and estimate how much demand there is and will potentially be for a product or service. They earn a mean salary of $154,470 a year or about $74.26 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and the average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related experience in marketing. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 11,300 new jobs or an increase of about 12.6%.
15. Petroleum Engineers
Petroleum Engineers create and develop methods to improve oil and gas extraction from the Earth. They earn a mean salary of $154,330 a year or about $74.20 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and the average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 600 new jobs or an increase of about 8.4%.
16. Financial Managers
Financial Managers oversee the development and implementation of financial actives in companies and organizations. They earn a mean salary of $151,510 a year or about $72.84 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and a professional certification in Accounting, Financial Management, or Financial Analysis is highly desired. The average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related experience in a financial occupation. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 11,400 new jobs or an increase of about 8.3%.
17. Lawyers
Lawyers counsel, advise, and advocate for individuals and businesses on legal matters, disputes, and court proceedings. They earn a mean salary of $148,910 a year or about $71.59 an hour. A Bachler’s Degree and graduation from an accredited Law School is required. The average time spent in school and training is 7 to 8 years. The average debt for school is around $160,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 10,800 new jobs or an increase of about 7.7%.
18. Sales Managers
Sales Managers oversee and direct the sales teams and representatives to reach company and organizational goals with the sales of products, goods, and services. They earn a mean salary of $147,580 a year or about $70.95 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and the average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5+ years of related sales experience. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 28,600 new jobs or an increase of about 8.9%.
19. Advertising and Promotions Managers
Advertising and Promotions Managers plan and direct advertising campaigns for agencies and clients. They earn a mean salary of $147,560 a year or about $70.94 an hour. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and the average time spent in school and training is 4 to 6 years with 5 to 10+ years of related advertising experience. The average debt for school is around $25,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 29,400 new jobs or an increase of about 10%.
20. Physicists
Physicist’s research and explore the physical world and laws around space, energy, and matter by running experiments and developing theories. They earn a mean salary of $137,700 a year or about $66.20 an hour. A Ph.D. is required, and the average time spent in school and training is 7 to 8 years. The average debt for school is around $150,000. By 2030, there are predicted to be around 42,200 new jobs or an increase of about 12.6%.
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