Think being a lawyer, doctor or similar professional is the only way to make a large income? Think again. These not so obvious careers also rake in large salaries, even more than lawyers!
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1. Computer and information-technology systems manager: Plan, direct or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis and computer programming.
Median salary: $115,780
Median hourly wage: $55.67
Median salary: $115,780
Median hourly wage: $55.67
2. Petroleum engineer: Devise methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice.
Median salary: $114,080
Median hourly wage: $54.85
Median salary: $114,080
Median hourly wage: $54.85
3. Dentist: Examine, diagnose and treat diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp and other dental tissues affecting oral health and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
Median salary: $141,040
Median hourly wage: $67.81
Median salary: $141,040
Median hourly wage: $67.81
4. Anesthesiologist: Physicians who administer anesthetics before, during or after surgery or other medical procedures.
Median salary: greater than $166,400
Median hourly wage: greater than $80.00
Median salary: greater than $166,400
Median hourly wage: greater than $80.00
5. Chief executive: Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private- and public-sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct or coordinate operations at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Median salary: $165,080
Median hourly wage: $79.37
Median salary: $165,080
Median hourly wage: $79.37
6. Natural sciences manager: Plan, direct or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics and statistics, or research and development in these fields.
Median salary: $116,020
Median hourly wage: $55.78
Median salary: $116,020
Median hourly wage: $55.78
7. Architectural and engineering manager: Plan, direct or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering, or research and development in these fields.
Median salary: $119,260
Median hourly wage: $57.34
Median salary: $119,260
Median hourly wage: $57.34
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