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650 careers · Sorted by projected growth · Page 4 of 55

Science

Biochemists and Biophysicists

2025 median pay
$127,410
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
12.3%
Annual openings
2,900

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

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Personal Care and Service

Animal Caretakers

2025 median pay
$35,360
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
12.1%
Annual openings
62,800

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

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Food Service

Cooks, Restaurant

2025 median pay
$37,390
Entry credential
No formal educational credential + related experience
2025–2035 growth
12.1%
Annual openings
218,600

Prior related experience: less than 5 years.

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Technology and Mathematics

Operations Research Analysts

2025 median pay
$88,940
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
11.9%
Annual openings
7,500

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

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Healthcare

Physical Therapist

2025 median pay
$102,760
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
11.9%
Annual openings
13,400

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

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Healthcare

Nurse Midwives

2025 median pay
$134,040
Entry credential
Master's degree
2025–2035 growth
11.5%
Annual openings
400

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

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Engineering and Architecture

Mechanical Engineer

2025 median pay
$104,110
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
11.2%
Annual openings
17,800

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

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Healthcare

Audiologists

2025 median pay
$95,780
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
11%
Annual openings
600

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

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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

HVAC Technician

2025 median pay
$61,010
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award
2025–2035 growth
10.9%
Annual openings
40,600

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

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Healthcare Support

Medical Equipment Preparers

2025 median pay
$47,700
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
10.8%
Annual openings
10,700

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

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