Special Report
Fastest Growing Jobs That Don't Require a College Degree
June 26, 2022 1:00 pm
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5. Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
> Employment growth projection (2020-2030): 37.0%
> Median annual wage: $134,750 — #1 highest out of 350 jobs
> Total employment: 3,100– #345 highest out of 350 jobs
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4. Athletes and sports competitors
> Employment growth projection (2020-2030): 38.0%
> Median annual wage: $77,300 — #11 highest out of 350 jobs
> Total employment: 16,700– #273 highest out of 350 jobs
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3. Model makers, wood
> Employment growth projection (2020-2030): 38.6%
> Median annual wage: $60,780 — #39 highest out of 350 jobs
> Total employment: 1,000– #349 highest out of 350 jobs
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2. Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors
> Employment growth projection (2020-2030): 39.3%
> Median annual wage: $40,700 — #169 highest out of 350 jobs
> Total employment: 309,800– #79 highest out of 350 jobs
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1. Wind turbine service technicians
> Employment growth projection (2020-2030): 68.2%
> Median annual wage: $56,260 — #66 highest out of 350 jobs
> Total employment: 6,900– #323 highest out of 350 jobs
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