The Highest Paid Jobs of 2023

We’ve got some good news and some bad news. The good news is that the sky’s the limit in terms of high-paying jobs in 2023, but the bad news is you can only choose one! So whether you’re currently considering grad school or already have an undergraduate degree in hand, if you want to make big bucks in your field of study, here are the top 10 highest paying jobs of 2023..

Architectural, Engineering and Related Technicians

Employing 1.5 million workers, architecture and engineering firms will add 200,000 jobs between 2012 and 2023. The median pay for an architectural technician was $55,560 in 2011 (the most recent year for which data is available). For surveyors, who do drafting and measuring on construction sites, that number was $53,440. And because high-tech gadgets are increasingly making their way into homes—and designing them is a huge job—electrical engineers should also see strong growth through 2018. Yet another reason to study math. It's not just good for your brain; it's good for your wallet too. According to projections from Georgetown University's Center on Education and Workforce, engineering technicians make more than twice as much as liberal arts majors ($54,460 vs. $26,210) over a lifetime of work.

Statisticians

In 2023, we’ll need more statisticians than ever before. This is because data has become increasingly important to businesses and government, and having someone who can parse it all into meaningful insights is critical. As data sources expand and processing power increases, statisticians will continue to be key in finding ways to collect, process, and present data into insights that can impact businesses and governments on a massive scale. Statisticians make an average annual salary of $101,000 per year. Their expected growth rate for 2014-2024 is 12%. To learn more about becoming a statistician, check out our Guide to Becoming a Statistician.

Market Research Analysts

they need. Make sure that your research does not only cover a particular sector but from all sectors and there are so many more possibilities which can earn you a good amount of money. Once you have got information about them, compare their features, operations and then make an ideal list out of it which will enable you to make well-informed decisions. It is important for you to choose one specific field in which you want to get into or else it will be difficult for you to work on multiple fields at once. It’s always better if you start small and later on expand your business as soon as possible.

Personal Financial Advisors

In 2016, personal financial advisors were one of top-paid jobs in America with a median salary of $90,440. With retirement and 401(k) programs becoming more popular among employees, along with an increasing interest in alternative investments like private equity and hedge funds, there will be a greater demand for advisors who can explain these sophisticated products to people who aren’t experts themselves. Meanwhile, legislation limiting (or taxing) investment fees will put more emphasis on financial education and make smart advisors even more valuable. This is especially true if you have your Certified Financial Planner certification—one of only three recognized designations by The Institute of Certified Financial Planners—which indicates that you have at least six years experience as a practicing advisor and pass a comprehensive exam covering all aspects of financial planning. The CFP designation is also important because it shows clients that you’re serious about your career; some employers require it before they consider hiring you.

Software Developers, Applications

Software developer salaries will increase by 17.8% between 2012 and 2022, with an average salary of $97,360 in 2022. By comparison, software developers will see an 11.2% increase in pay between 2012 and 2022, bringing their median salary to $90,160. Average hourly wages for application software developers are higher than those for systems software developers ($45.82 vs. $38.71). Average hourly wages for applications programmers are higher than those for systems programmers ($31.50 vs. $28.99). The top-paying industries in May 2012 were: computer systems design services; state government; scientific research and development services; and management, scientific, and technical consulting services (all at a mean annual wage of more than $96,000).

Software Developers, Systems Software

$159,640 Projected Job Growth: 7% (Slower than average) Employees: 217,300 Total Growth by 2022: 39.4% Most Common Degree(s): Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or software engineering Technology is everywhere and software developers are paid well to make sure it works—and looks good—on screens ranging from smartphones to light bulbs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that employment for software developers will grow by 15 percent between 2016 and 2026, which is slower than average but still a healthy rate. There will be more job openings due to growth as well as replacement needs caused by retirements. Software development pays particularly well because companies often need specialists who can work with a specific programming language or technology platform like Android or Salesforce. The median annual wage for these workers was $102,280 in May 2017.

Computer Systems Analysts

In 2015, there were more than 119,000 computer systems analysts working in America. They made a median salary of $79,040. That’s up from 2013 when they earned $76,840 per year and is a projected increase to $95,080 by 2023. There are several factors contributing to their growth including an increased demand for tech goods & services and an increased need for technology in many industries. 

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment in computer systems analysis to grow 17% between 2014 and 2024. This job has been ranked as one of Forbes top 100 jobs in 2016.

Web Developers

$100,000 a year: Web development is an essential skill for businesses today. That’s because websites are responsible for communicating a company’s brand and it needs to be done well. Developers are behind all those slick sites you visit online, including high-traffic e-commerce operations. Moreover, as consumer adoption of mobile devices soars—and as big data takes over—mobile web developers will become increasingly valuable commodities over time. With any tech field, though, there’s always room for advancement. A junior developer with one or two years of experience could expect to make anywhere from $50,000 to $80,000 annually. Senior level talent can rake in six figures or more annually depending on experience and specialization within the field

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

These tech wizards are responsible for maintaining networks and computer systems within an organization. They will set up internal computers, servers, modems, routers and switches. The projected growth for Network and Computer Systems Administrators is 40%. This job has a median annual salary of $85,460. 00. This is not surprising given that computer technology continues to advance at a rapid pace in today’s workplace environment. And with more businesses using cloud computing, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that data centers are secure and running smoothly so they can handle information requests from all users efficiently.