Most high-paying jobs tend to be pretty stressful. But you don’t have to be constantly stressed out to earn a high income. There is a number of low-stress jobs that pay well. If you are engaged in one of these professions, you don’t have to worry about excessive workload and your poor financial situation. Here we take a look at the top 10 low-stress jobs that pay well. If you are about to enter the workforce, want an above-average pay, and a healthy work-life balance, you should consider one of these occupations.
The US News & World Report conducted extensive research, analyzed the Bureau of Labor Statistics data, and interviewed workers in different industries across the United States to compile a list of low-stress jobs that pay above the national median income of $50,000. The US News & World Report found that only one tech job features among the top 10 low-stress professions.
10- Wind turbine technician
The median salary for wind turbine technicians is $53,880. It is also among jobs that will see rapid growth over the next decade, thanks to the growing demand for renewable energy. You don’t need an advanced college degree to become a wind turbine technician. All you need is a short-term certificate to become a wind turbine technician. The job involves inspecting and maintaining wind turbines.
9- Survey Researcher
According to the US News & World Report, the median salary of survey researchers is $54,270. But there will be little growth in the number of job opportunities over the next decade. Survey researchers design surveys, determine survey methods, and collect and interpret data. If you want to make a career in this field, you’ll need a master’s degree.
8- Hearing aid specialist
Audiologists or hearing aid specialists earn a median salary of $54,860. That’s enough to put this profession among the top 10 highest-paying low-stress jobs. You need a high school diploma or equivalent to become a hearing aid specialist. The profession involves diagnosing hearing loss and other inner ear problems, and helping people use assistive listening devices.
7- Archaeologist
Not all archaeologists live as stressful and adventurous life as Indiana Jones. Most of them are hired to manage artifact collections at museums or supervise archaeological sites. The median salary of archaeologists is $62,280. The US News & World Report expects a 10% job growth over the next decade. However, you need a master’s degree or Ph.D. to become an archaeologist.
6- Anthropologist
The median income of anthropologists is the same as that of archaeologists at $62,280. Anthropologists study human behavior and culture. You need at least a master’s degree to get started in this field. Finding an anthropology job might be difficult due to stiff competition. Once you get the job, it’s a low-stress profession. They are hired by corporations, governments, and academic institutions.
5- Cartographer
The median salary of cartographers is $63,990. Jobs in this field are expected to grow 15% over the next decade. Cartographers are hired by the governments and academia to create digital and print maps using aerial photographs, satellite imagery, and ground data. Consulting firms and spy agencies also hire cartographers.
4- Web developer
This is the only tech job to feature on the list. You need a minimum of a two-year associate’s degree to get the web developer’s job. The median salary of web developers is $67,990. Web developers will be in strong demand with the expected job growth of 13% over the next decade.
3- Radiation therapist
Radiation therapists earn $80,570 on average. You need a two-year associate degree to become a radiation therapist, without having to spend several years in school. Radiation therapists administer radiation treatments to cancer patients. They work in collaboration with oncologists, and most of them work regular hours, says the US News & World Report.
2- Statistician
The median salary of statisticians is $84,060, and they remain in high demand. The statistician jobs are expected to grow 31% through the next decade. Statisticians analyze data and interpret results. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the federal government employs 40% and universities employ 19% of statisticians in the United States.
1- Orthodontist
This is the highest-paying low-stress job in the country with a median salary of $208,000. You need a professional or doctoral degree in dentistry to become an orthodontist. Orthodontists like working for themselves or in a practice where they count on regular hours. They straighten people’s teeth with different appliances like braces and aligners.
