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10. Promoters of performing arts, sports, and similar events
> Wage increase, 2020 to 2021: +16.3%
> Average annual wage, 2021: $54,460
> Employment change, 2020 to 2021: -31.9%
> Total employment, 2021: 77,670
9. Independent artists, writers, and performers
> Wage increase, 2020 to 2021: +17.6%
> Average annual wage, 2021: $84,180
> Employment change, 2020 to 2021: -6.6%
> Total employment, 2021: 45,210
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8. Support activities for water transportation
> Wage increase, 2020 to 2021: +18.5%
> Average annual wage, 2021: $73,340
> Employment change, 2020 to 2021: +2.2%
> Total employment, 2021: 89,860
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7. Inland water transportation
> Wage increase, 2020 to 2021: +19.3%
> Average annual wage, 2021: $82,420
> Employment change, 2020 to 2021: +3.1%
> Total employment, 2021: 25,500
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6. Pipeline transportation of crude oil
> Wage increase, 2020 to 2021: +19.7%
> Average annual wage, 2021: $96,860
> Employment change, 2020 to 2021: -5.1%
> Total employment, 2021: 11,470
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