There are so many different factors to consider when choosing a career. Most Millennials and Gen Z want to do something that is meaningful and helps others, provides flexibility, and allows them to pursue personal interests outside of work. A key consideration should be picking a field that has many available jobs. Compensation potential also should not be ruled out when initially selecting a career field, but should be considered as one of many factors – read Top 20 Highest Paying Careers here.
The following 20 occupations are all estimated to grow by at least 25% between now and 2024. Choosing one of these careers increases the chance of finding an available job in the future. Not surprisingly, many of the fastest growing careers are in the medical and home care fields, accounting for the large number of aging baby boomers who will likely have an increased need for these services in the future.
Occupation (Starting with Highest Growth) | 2015 Median Pay |
Wind Turbine Service Technicians | >$51k |
Occupational Therapy Assistants | >$57k |
Physical Therapist Assistants | >$55k |
Physical Therapist Aides | >$25k |
Home Health Aides | >$21k |
Commercial Divers | >$50k |
Nurse Practitioners | >$98k |
Physical Therapists | >$84k |
Statisticians | >$80k |
Ambulance Drivers & Attendants | >$23k |
Occupational Therapy Aides | >$27k |
Physician Assistants | >$98k |
Operations Research Analysts | >$78k |
Personal Financial Advisors | >$89k |
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | >$61k |
Genetic Counselors | >$72k |
Interpreters and Translators | >$44k |
Audiologists | >$74k |
Hearing Aid Specialists | >$49k |
Optometrists | >$103k |
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