When it comes to planning what career you want to be in, money plays a big role in it these days. It’s no surprise that out of all the careers in the world, the top 5 in the U.S are all related to the medical field. Make sure to stick around until the end of this article for some non-medical related careers that will still keep good money in your pocket!
5. Orthodontist
It’s time for honesty time. I never got braces because of how expensive they were, so it’s no wonder that the specialists applying them get paid well! Who can blame them though? They are who to thank for some of the world’s most beautiful smiles.
Estimated Annual Salary: $228,780 (According to business insider)
4. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
These surgeons go to school 4 years longer than the traditional dentist. With those numerous years of education, these specialists perform surgery on face, mouth, and jaw. Thanks to these surgeons, children born with cleft lip can have their mouths readjusted.
Estimated Annual Salary: $232,870 (According to business insider)
3. Obstetrician and Gynecologist
These wonderful doctors make sure that women’s reproductive health is in check. On top of screening for STDs and providing birth control; they also assist in helping women give labor and assisting through their pregnancy.
Estimated Annual Salary: $234,310 (According to business insider)
2. Surgeon
The game Operation might make it look easy but with at least a minimum of 13 years in school, these highly trained individuals save lives daily. Although there is numerous pressure on their shoulders as they open up the body to fix injuries and diseases; their talents go beyond measures.
Estimated Annual Salary: $252,910 (According to business insider)
1. Anesthesiologist
At the highest paying career, we have Anesthesiologists. Thanks to these doctors, surgeons are able to perform their surgeries. They provide the drugs that make the most painful surgeries, painless. They also keep a close eye on the condition of the patient during these surgeries.
Estimated Annual Surgery: $269,600 (According to business insider)
Don’t worry though, here are some non-medical fields that offer high salaries as well!
-Marketing Manager ($131,180)
-Lawyer ($118,160)
-Political Scientist ( $114,290)
