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These are the occupations requiring post-secondary training or an associate's degree with the highest median hourly wages in 2008. Select an occupation to learn more about it in the Occupation Profile.

Top 50 Highest-Paying Occupations by Median Hourly Wages

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#	Occupation	Median wages, 2008
#	Occupation	Hourly	Annual
1	Computer Specialists, All Other	$36.13	$75,200
2	Radiation Therapists	$35.05	$72,900
3	Nuclear Technicians	$32.64	$67,900
4	Nuclear Medicine Technologists	$32.05	$66,700
5	Dental Hygienists	$32.00	$66,600
6	Commercial Pilots	N/A	$65,300
7	Registered Nurses	$30.03	$62,500
8	Diagnostic Medical Sonographers	$29.80	$62,000
9	Fashion Designers	$29.41	$61,200
10	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	$29.34	$61,000
11	Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other	$27.33	$56,800
12	Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers	$26.73	$55,600
13	Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians	$26.46	$55,000
14	Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage	$25.69	$53,400
15	Geological and Petroleum Technicians	$25.65	$53,400
16	Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians	$25.60	$53,200
17	Funeral Directors	$25.10	$52,200
18	Radiologic Technologists and Technicians	$25.10	$52,200
19	Respiratory Therapists	$25.10	$52,200
20	Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians	$24.71	$51,400
21	Electrical and Electronics Drafters	$24.67	$51,300
22	Court Reporters	$23.90	$49,700
23	Avionics Technicians	$23.71	$49,300
24	Fish and Game Wardens	$23.53	$48,900
25	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment	$23.29	$48,400
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National Data Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics Survey

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