Annual median wage: $99,690
A high-paying federal job is that of an air traffic controller, who monitors aircraft in flight.
9. Wholesale trade
Annual median wage: $102,110
Wholesale trade managers oversee the day-to-day operations of their company's division that sells bulk goods to retailers .
8. Educational services
Annual median wage: $102,130
Qualifications for this position include a bachelor's degree or higher.
7. Manufacturing
Annual median wage: $121,190
Manufacturing managers supervise the operations of a manufacturing facility.
6. Mining
Annual median wage: $122,420
Executives in this industry may also be responsible for the miners' safety. They may outline project plans or keep track of staffing needs.
5. Information
Annual median wage: $127,750
People in this role typically work in an office setting and monitor the flow of information (electronic or procedural).
4. Finance and insurance
Annual median wage: $129,560
A bachelor's degree is required to become a financial advisor. Some people choose to pursue a master's degree for promotion.
3. Professional, scientific, and technical services
Annual median wage: $129,600
The private sector employs the most people in these positions, followed by the federal government.
2. Utilities
Annual median wage: $130,500
A utility manager oversees facilities in a town or region that provide critical services like water, electricity etc.to homes and businesses
1. Management of companies and enterprises
Annual median wage: $160,760
A manager's role in a company or enterprise is to direct the operations of the company.