HIGH-PAYING OCCUPATIONS IN THE U.S.

The United States of America is a very developed state with the strongest economy in the world, whose immigration policy is aimed at attracting “minds and talents” from different corners of the planet. The annual flow of migrants exceeds one million people. At the same time, the lion's share seeks to find a decent job in the United States, open their own business or study in one of the prestigious American universities.

By the way, in the top ten of the authoritative rating of the best universities in the world – The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 are seven educational institutions from the United States. The country has created optimal conditions for migrant workers, but only for those who really want and are ready to work hard to succeed. Potential immigrants should research the local labor market and pay attention to the most in-demand professions in the United States.

High-paying occupations in the USA

Undoubtedly, the global pandemic of the COVID-19 coronavirus infection significantly affects the unemployment rate, the demand for labor, American salaries and the economic situation in general. For example, in the spring of 2020, President Donald Trump signed an executive order halting the issuance of Green Cards and work visas. Immigration to the United States was suspended for 60 days. Despite everything, the country still needs skilled professionals from abroad.

Next, let's highlight the highest paying occupations in the United States in 2025.

HIGHEST PAYING OCCUPATIONS IN THE U.S.

No. Occupations Salary (dollars per year)
1. Anesthesiologists 271,440
2. Surgeons (other than ophthalmologists) 251,650
3. Obstetricians and gynecologists 239,120
4. Orthodontists 237,990
5. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons 234,990
6. Physicians (various specialties other than pediatric) 218,850
7. Psychiatrists 217,100
8. Orthopedists 214,870
9. Family medicine doctors 214,370
10. General practitioners 210,960
11. Managers 197,840
12. Dentists (general) 194,930
13. Nurse anesthetists 189,190
14. Airline pilots, co-pilots and flight engineers 186,870
15. Dentists (all other specialists) 186,300
16. Pediatricians (general) 184,570
17. Computer and information systems managers 161,730
18. Architectural and engineering managers 158,100
19. Petroleum engineers 154,330
20. Lawyers 148,910

Note. Information is based on official data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The highest paid professions in the United States are concentrated mainly in the health care sector. And the situation will not change dramatically in the near future. The best states to live in the United States are Iowa, Minnesota and Utah. The most comfortable American cities for living are Austin (Texas), Colorado Springs (Colorado) and Denver (Colorado).

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