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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 40 of 54

Office and Administration

Meter Readers, Utilities

2025 median pay
$48,150
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-10.5%
Annual openings
1,400

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

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Production

Foundry Mold and Coremakers

2025 median pay
$48,110
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
-23%
Annual openings
800

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

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Healthcare Support

Dental Assistants

2025 median pay
$48,070
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award
2025–2035 growth
7.4%
Annual openings
53,000

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

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Production

Medical Appliance Technicians

2025 median pay
$48,030
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
3.5%
Annual openings
1,300

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

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Construction and Trades

Fence Erectors

2025 median pay
$47,980
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
5.6%
Annual openings
2,500

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

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Food Service

Cooks, Private Household

2025 median pay
$47,940
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award + related experience
2025–2035 growth
5.1%
Annual openings
5,000

Prior related experience: less than 5 years.

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Transportation and Logistics

Bus Drivers, School

2025 median pay
$47,920
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
0.7%
Annual openings
56,500

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

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Construction and Trades

Helpers--Extraction Workers

2025 median pay
$47,730
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent
2025–2035 growth
1.7%
Annual openings
700

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

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