These STEM jobs offer high pay, low unemployment and robust growth.
STEM careers cover everything from civil engineering to accounting. Professionals in these fields work in labs, clinics, offices and classrooms. Click on to see which STEM jobs placed the highest among the U.S. News 2017 Best Jobs Rankings.
25. Financial Analyst
Median Salary: $80,310
Unemployment Rate: 2.1 percent
Expected Job Openings: 32,300
Financial analysts work long hours, advising clients on how and when to buy and sell investments, while keeping up to date on financial news.
Learn more about financial analysts.
24. Management Analyst
Median Salary: $81,320
Unemployment Rate: 3.2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 103,400
These business professionals identify ways to improve an organization’s efficiency and boost profits.
Learn more about management analysts.
23. Computer Support Specialist
Median Salary: $62,250
Unemployment Rate: 3.7 percent
Expected Job Openings: 88,800
These specialists come to the rescue to diagnose and troubleshoot computer problems.
Learn more about computer support specialists.
22. Civil Engineer
Median Salary: $82,220
Unemployment Rate: 1.5 percent
Expected Job Openings: 23,600
Civil engineers design, build and maintain construction projects, which may include roads, bridges and tunnels.
Learn more about civil engineers.
21. Industrial Psychologist
Median Salary: $77,350
Unemployment Rate: 1.2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 400
These professionals apply psychological theories to issues within the workplace, including human resources, sales and marketing problems.
Learn more about industrial psychologists.
20. Business Operations Manager
Median Salary: $97,730
Unemployment Rate: 3.9 percent
Expected Job Openings: 151,100
Business operations managers help different departments coordinate to meet their goals. That work includes hiring people, adjusting budgets and guiding team projects.
Learn more about business operations managers.
19. Information Security Analyst
Median Salary: $90,120
Unemployment Rate: 3.9 percent
Expected Job Openings: 14,800
These technology professionals safeguard a company’s computer systems and networks, shielding them from data breaches and cyberattacks.
Learn more about information security analysts.
18. Financial Manager
Median Salary: $117,990
Unemployment Rate: 2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 37,700
Financial managers oversee their employer’s finances, write reports and ensure that their boss is complying with various laws and regulations.
Learn more about financial managers.
17. Cartographer
Median Salary: $61,880
Unemployment Rate: 3.6 percent
Expected Job Openings: 3,600
Cartographers create and update maps, an in-demand skill set for designing print, online and mobile maps.
Learn more about cartographers.
16. Database Administrator
Median Salary: $81,710
Unemployment Rate: 1 percent
Expected Job Openings: 13,400
DBAs set up databases according to a company’s needs, ensuring they operate efficiently and securely.
Learn more about database administrators.
15. Medical and Health Services Manager
Median Salary: $94,500
Unemployment Rate: 1.2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 56,300
These health care professionals work behind the scenes to help medical facilities, including hospitals and nursing homes, run smoothly.
Learn more about medical and health services managers.
14. Accountant
Median Salary: $67,190
Unemployment Rate: 2.5 percent
Expected Job Openings: 142,400
Accountants keep and inspect financial records for their employers, which can include government agencies, private corporations, nonprofits and individual clients.
Learn more about accountants.
13. Mechanical Engineer
Median Salary: $83,590
Unemployment Rate: 1.6 percent
Expected Job Openings: 14,600
These engineers may work in a range of industries, designing, building and testing mechanical and other devices.
Learn more about mechanical engineers.
12. Computer Network Architect
Median Salary: $100,240
Unemployment Rate: 0.6 percent
Expected Job Openings: 12,700
Computer network architects work for businesses and organizations to design, construct and maintain a range of communication networks.
Learn more about computer network architects.
11. Environmental Engineer
Median Salary: $84,560
Unemployment Rate: 0.8 percent
Expected Job Openings: 6,800
These engineers use their training to solve environmental problems, including issues with recycling, waste disposal and pollution.
Learn more about environmental engineers.
10. Operations Research Analyst
Median Salary: $78,630
Unemployment Rate: 2.6 percent
Expected Job Openings: 27,600
These professionals use tools, such as data mining and mathematical modeling, to help organizations and companies operate efficiently and cost-effectively.
Learn more about operations research analysts.
9. Web Developer
Median Salary: $64,970
Unemployment Rate: 3.6 percent
Expected Job Openings: 39,500
Web developers build websites, working with software applications or writing code to finish the job.
Learn more about web developers.
8. Psychologist
Median Salary: $94,590
Unemployment Rate: 1.2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 32,500
Psychologists are experts when it comes to mental, emotional and social processes and behaviors. They may work with patients or conduct research.
Learn more about psychologists.
7. IT Manager
Median Salary: $131,600
Unemployment Rate: 1.9 percent
Expected Job Openings: 53,700
These professionals help organizations manage their technology systems, including installing system updates and negotiating with vendors.
Learn more about IT managers.
6. Actuary
Median Salary: $97,070
Unemployment Rate: 0.8 percent
Expected Job Openings: 4,400
These numbers experts measure and analyze the financial consequences of risk.
Learn more about actuaries.
5. Financial Advisor
Median Salary: $89,160
Unemployment Rate: 2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 73,900
These money experts advise clients on their finances, from investing in a retirement plan to budgeting for a child’s education.
Learn more about financial advisors.
4. Mathematician
Median Salary: $111,110
Unemployment Rate: 0.8 percent
Expected Job Openings: 700
Mathematicians crunch numbers and analyze outcomes while working in a range of math-related jobs, including teaching and research.
Learn more about mathematicians.
3. Software Developer
Median Salary: $98,260
Unemployment Rate: 2 percent
Expected Job Openings: 135,300
Software developers design computer programs, often flexing their creative muscles and technical know-how.
Learn more about software developers.
2. Computer Systems Analyst
Median Salary: $85,800
Unemployment Rate: 2.4 percent
Expected Job Openings: 118,600
These experts help companies evaluate and improve their computer systems.
Learn more about computer systems analysts.
1. Statistician
Median Salary: $80,110
Unemployment Rate: 0.8 percent
Expected Job Openings: 10,100
Statisticians use data to make decisions, including collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from their number-crunching.
Learn more about statisticians.
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