The highest-paying jobs in the United States are primarily in the medical field, with the majority of lucrative occupations being related to healthcare
. Some of the top-paying jobs include:
- Anesthesiologist : $239,200
- Obstetrician and Gynecologist : $239,200
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon : $239,200
- Cardiologist : $353,970
- Pediatrician : $190,350
- Chief Executive : $189,520
- Orthodontist : (Salary not provided in search results, but it is listed as one of the highest-paying jobs
)
- Physician : (Salary not provided in search results, but it is listed as one of the highest-paying jobs
)
- Surgeon : (Salary not provided in search results, but it is listed as one of the highest-paying jobs
)
- Psychiatrist : (Salary not provided in search results, but it is listed as one of the highest-paying jobs
)
These high-paying jobs often require advanced degrees, such as a PhD or medical degree, and can offer attractive salaries, benefits, and job security
. Keep in mind that compensation beyond salary can also bring high renumeration in fields not on the Bureau of Labor Statistics' list, such as engineering and management
