Jobs With the Best 10-Year Outlook for College Grads
- Median salary and job growth are two key factors for career longevity.
- Some jobs have better prospects than others.
- These jobs include software development, nursing, and operations management.
When you invest in a college education, the big hope is that you get your money’s worth after graduation. And what determines this? Often, it comes down to median salary and job growth.
The best jobs for college grads have both, whether it’s an entry-level job that pays well or your career long-term.
A degree leading to a job with a high salary will help you become financially stable. If inflation causes expenses such as food, rent, and gas to increase, you’ll be able to cover it.
Job growth means you’ll likely have an easier time landing a job in your field, despite competition. It also means you’ll have a diverse group of roles and responsibilities to choose from.
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But some degrees — and the jobs they lead to — will always have better prospects than others. So, which jobs have the best outlook in 2022?
Here are the top 10 jobs with the highest projected growth from 2020-2030.
| Job Title | Projected 10-Year Job Growth | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | +409,500 | $110,140 |
| Registered Nurses | +276,800 | $77,600 |
| Operations Managers | +226,300 | $97,970 |
| Market Research Analysts | +163,600 | $63,920 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | +139,600 | $101,340 |
| Management Analysts | +124,400 | $93,000 |
| Financial Managers | +118,200 | $131,710 |
| Elementary School Teacher | +101,700 | $61,350 |
| Project Management Specialist | +99,200 | $94,500 |
| Accountants/Auditors | +96,000 | $77,250 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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