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Computer and Information Research Scientists
Median annual wage: $140,300 · Job growth 2025-2035: +21.8% · Typical education: Master's degree
Computer Programmers
Median annual wage: $100,390 · Job growth 2025-2035: -7.3% · Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Software Developers
Median annual wage: $135,980 · Job growth 2025-2035: +10.2% · Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Data Scientists
Median annual wage: $120,230 · Job growth 2025-2035: +34.6% · Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Business Intelligence Analysts
Median annual wage: $120,230 · Job growth 2025-2035: +34.6% · Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Clinical Data Managers
Median annual wage: $120,230 · Job growth 2025-2035: +34.6% · Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Median annual wage: $96,980 · Job growth 2025-2035: +4.9% · Typical education: Doctoral or professional degree
Special Effects Artists and Animators
Median annual wage: $102,030 · Job growth 2025-2035: -0.3% · Typical education: Bachelor's degree