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650 careers · Sorted by projected growth · Page 10 of 55

Management

Marketing Managers

2025 median pay
$166,790
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree + related experience
2025–2035 growth
6.9%
Annual openings
34,000

Prior related experience: 5 years or more.

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Healthcare

Dermatologists

2025 median pay
$328,730
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
6.8%
Annual openings
400

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare Support

Phlebotomists

2025 median pay
$45,230
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award
2025–2035 growth
6.8%
Annual openings
18,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Construction and Trades

Plumber / Pipefitter

2025 median pay
$63,800
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + apprenticeship
2025–2035 growth
6.8%
Annual openings
42,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Food Service

Chefs and Head Cooks

2025 median pay
$62,470
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + related experience
2025–2035 growth
6.6%
Annual openings
25,200

Prior related experience: 5 years or more.

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Production

Food Batchmakers

2025 median pay
$42,290
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
6.5%
Annual openings
23,100

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Science

Chemists

2025 median pay
$91,240
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
6.4%
Annual openings
5,900

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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