The Jobs You Thought Paid Well, But Don’t
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There is little consistency in what jobs pay or
don’t pay. This list includes high profile positions, jobs that prolong
the lives of others and bow ties. It also includes jobs that require a
lot of schooling and very long hours of work. Benefits are not factored
in, but in many cases are also below expectations.
A few jobs
just missed the list. Surgical Technologists work next to the Surgeons
that perform risky procedures and often save lives. If they don’t do
their jobs well, the Surgeon can’t perform his job well. Their make an
average of $45,000 a year. Now, Embalmers are a strange group that you
would think do a job no one else wants with financial reward, but they
are only hauling in $50,000 on average. Then there are the reporters
(oh, the poor writers) who go out and get news and report it. They bring
in on average $45,000 a year.
A lot of the jobs listed are noble
professions, but the salary is low due to job application saturation,
supply vs. demand or alternate options for that particular product or
service. Next time someone tells you they are a Marine Biologist you can
still be impressed, just know they aren’t swimming in hundred dollar
bills. Here are 10 jobs that pay less than you thought.
10. Marine Biologist – Average Salary: $55,000
Like
most people, I associate Marine Biology with intelligence and lots of
schooling, and that’s correct. Marine Biologists are experts in their
field. This profession studies animals, their characteristics and
habits, looking to improve as well as learn how improve marine life.
They often relocate to be near water and will relocate again depending
on projects available. As far as education you need a bachelor degree to
start, but really you will need a master’s degree and probably a
doctorate degree to move into a senior position. For all of this work
you can expect an average salary around $55K. Clearly saying you’re a
“Marine Biologist” is more important than the salary you are making.
9. Professors – Average Salary: $65,000
Everyone
knows grade school and high school teachers don’t make jack when it
comes to earnings, but pay for professors is also very low. Professors,
meaning anyone teaching beyond high school, typically have gone to
school for many years. Most have a Ph. D or at least a master’s degree
at smaller colleges. Pay is also dependent on area; some are a tad more
lucrative (although still low). Professors focusing on areas of cultural
studies can expect an average annual salary of $60K, those teaching
math and science $65K and literature professors make up to an average of
$70K a year.
8. Accountants – Average Salary: $63,000
Most would
think the employees responsible for the numbers and reporting the health
of the company would be paid well, but that is not the case for
Accountants. In addition to number crunching, Accountants research
financial information as well as perform audit functions for both
internal and external needs. Extra schooling is usually required; a
bachelor degree is required and depending on the industry you can expect
qualifications to be either a MBA or CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
license. Despite all of the schooling and the high-profile nature of the
job, Accountants only make approximately $63K a year on average.
7. Psychologists – Average Salary: $65,000
People
seek help from psychologists for a number of reasons, but the reason
they go is usually because they believe these doctors can help them. A
Psychologist meets with their clients and then uses their knowledge and
research to diagnose their mental condition and make recommendations
based on their findings. They may also be called on to diagnose
emotional disorders or whether an individual is capable of processing
certain information. The requirements in states vary, but most require a
Ph. D. degree as well as a license to practice psychology in that
state. As you can see, that’s a lot of weight on the shoulders of a
Psychologist. That’s why it’s surprising they can expect to only make
$65K a year on average.
6. Architect – Average Salary: $65,000
There
is a reason “Architect” was George Costanza’s go-to profession on
Seinfeld. There is a prestige that goes along with someone that designs
buildings as well as other structures. Obviously the very best can name
their price, but that is a select few. For the rest of the Architects
they can expect earn an average annual salary of $65K. To be an
Architect you typically need more than just a bachelor degree, in order
to be licensed you will need to complete a master’s degree that includes
your licensing, or you will need to apply, study and pass a test for
your license.
5. Chemist – Average Salary: $70,000
You would think
a Chemist would have a lucrative salary, but that’s just not the case.
It’s actually pretty bad when you consider the few that can really be
considered good in this field of study. A Chemist studies substances,
their properties and reactions and use this information for developing
new products or finding efficiencies/inefficiencies in the process.
Schooling is dependent on your role, but if you are in a researching
role you can expect a Ph.D. degree is probably required. The good news
about this job is that when you tell people your job is “Chemist” they
can’t help, but be impressed. The bad news is the average annual salary
for a Chemist barely reaches $70K a year.
4. Biomedical Engineer – Average Salary: $75,000
Chances
are if this is your job you will have to explain exactly what you do
and even then it may not be clear. Biomedical Engineers typically work
with medicine and biology, finding solutions for diseases, long-term
effects and new reactions. As you can probably guess, a Biomedical
Engineer needs to be intelligent and have impeccable research skills.
Most of these jobs offer advance degrees, usually a master’s or Ph.D.
for the top jobs. A Biomedical Engineer may be the conduit for the cure
for a debilitating disease, but their paycheck won’t likely reflect
that. These jobs pay $75K a year on average.
3. Optometrist – Average Salary: $100,000
Eye
guys really get the shaft in the world of doctors. Optometrists perform
eye exams and treat problems in the area of the eyes. This includes
various issues that may include infection, disease or even blindness.
The schooling is similar to that of other doctors with a bachelor degree
followed by optometry school (4 years) to earn your title as well as a
residency if the doctor is looking to pursue a specific area of
optometry. The average physician brings in around $185K a year on
average; a dentist brings in $160K a year on average. That’s why it’s so
surprising that an Optometrist can expect to only make around $100K a
year on average. Good info for those that know they want to be a doctor,
but not sure what area of the body they want to focus on.
2. Private Detectives – Average Salary: $50,000
If
your goal in life is to live the life of a crime novel detective then
Private Investigator (Private Detective) may be for you. If you are
looking to make a ton of cash, well then, you may consider another line
of work. Depending on your clients, the work may be dangerous, but the
good news is that schooling is optional, especially if you work “off the
books.” The average annual salary for a P.I. is $50K, which is
obviously below what someone may expect. Of course, just like the
novels, all it takes is that one (preferably wealthy) client and you are
set.
1. Firefighters – Average Salary: $50,000
Firefighters put
their lives in danger and on the line each time they punch in for work.
Their job is to put out fires, but really it’s to save lives, risking
their health and lives in the process. A Firefighter must be ready at
anytime to respond. The training and schooling is ongoing, always making
sure they are properly educated as well as in adequate physical
condition for the job. For all of this a Firefighter can expect an
average annual salary of only $50K. I think it goes without saying (will
say it anyway) that being a Firefighter is a higher calling, money is
definitely secondary when considering this career. Another reason to
hold the job of Firefighter in high regard, despite the surprisingly low
salary.
via David Grant
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