1. Financial adviser
Financial advisers help clients devise financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate.
Unemployment rate: 2%
Median salary: $89,160
Average salary: $118,050
2. Actuary
Actuaries analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates, and forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits.
Unemployment rate: 0.8%
Median salary: $97,070
Average salary: $110,560
3. Software developer
Software developers research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software.
Unemployment rate: 2%
Median salary: $98,260
Average salary: $102,160
4. Computer systems analyst
Computer systems analysts work on science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems.
Unemployment rate: 2.4%
Median salary: $85,800
Average salary: $90,180
5. Mechanical engineer
Mechanical engineers plan and design tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment, and oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
Unemployment rate: 1.6%
Median salary: $83,590
Average salary: $88,190
6. Environmental engineer
Environmental engineers research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards.
Unemployment rate: 0.8%
Median salary: $84,560
Average salary: $88,040
7. Radiation therapist
Radiation therapists provide radiation therapy to patients and may review prescriptions and diagnoses, act as a liaison with physicians, prepare equipment, and maintain records, reports, and files.
Unemployment rate: 1.7%
Median salary: $80,220
Average salary: $84,460
8. Operations research analyst
Operations research analysts apply mathematical modeling and other methods to develop and interpret information to assist management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions.
Unemployment rate: 2.6%
Median salary: $78,630
Average salary: $84,180
9. Accountant
Accountants analyze and record financial information to prepare and maintain a record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and tax liability for an individual or organization.
Unemployment rate: 2.5%
Median salary: $67,190
Average salary: $75,280
Source: Business Insider India