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Compare national median pay alongside the credentials, training, and prior experience involved. Medians are not starting offers.

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646 careers · Sorted by median pay · Page 37 of 54

Construction and Trades

Highway Maintenance Workers

2025 median pay
$50,260
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
3.4%
Annual openings
11,800

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

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Office and Administration

Loan Interviewers and Clerks

2025 median pay
$50,020
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-2.4%
Annual openings
10,500

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

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Agriculture and Natural Resources

Agricultural Inspectors

2025 median pay
$49,940
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
2.3%
Annual openings
2,500

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

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Construction and Trades

Segmental Pavers

2025 median pay
$49,910
Entry credential
Specialty requirements need verification
2025–2035 growth
3.9%
Annual openings
2,400

Prior experience requirements need verification for this occupation.

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Agriculture and Natural Resources

Logging Equipment Operators

2025 median pay
$49,740
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-3.8%
Annual openings
3,700

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

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Transportation and Logistics

Dredge Operators

2025 median pay
$49,640
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
0.7%
Annual openings
100

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

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Science

Agricultural Technicians

2025 median pay
$49,630
Entry credential
Associate's degree
2025–2035 growth
5.4%
Annual openings
2,800

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

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Production

Patternmakers, Wood

2025 median pay
$49,630
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-2%
Annual openings
100

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

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