Top 13 jobs in the US with high salaries and low stress

There is no perfect job without stress; every profession and career path will require a certain amount of stress at work. But there are professions that cause less stress than others, reports TheMuse.

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Just because a job is low-stress doesn't mean it pays little. There are many low stress jobs that pay well and can help you build a prosperous and profitable career.

So if you've been wondering how to get a high-paying job that doesn't make you tear your hair out every day, it might be helpful for you to know a list of such professions.

Definition of "low stress" and "high pay"

Before we get into a few low-stress jobs, let's take a look at how we define these terms and how to better understand the data.

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Let's start with stress. We define a “low-stress” occupation as any occupation that scores below 80 on the O*NET Stress Resilience Score, which measures the degree to which “accepting criticism and handling stressful situations calmly and effectively” is part of the job. — and most of the jobs on this list even scored less than 70 points.

All of these jobs pay a lot of money—more than $70 a year—for reference, the median household income in the United States was $000 in 67, the most recent year for which data is available.

Of course, it's also important to think about what will make a higher paying job less stressful for you. “For example, one person may prefer a high level of uncertainty in their work and be successful, while another may be stressed by a lack of clear direction,” says Nicole Merrill, an expert on the future of work and author of the book “Punch Doubt in the Face: How to Upskill, Change Careers, and Beat the Robots».

Your work environment also plays a role in how stressed you are at work. “Working for a large organization, such as a Fortune 500 company, offers a different experience compared to working for a nonprofit, startup, small business, or university,” Merrill says.

Even if you choose a well-paying job that is generally not stressful, if you perform that role in a stressful environment, chances are your day-to-day experiences will also be stressful. “For example, startups are growing rapidly. Often your tasks go beyond your actual job. You'll be doing a lot of things at once,” Merrill says. “So a software developer working at a startup will work at a more intense pace than someone working at a university. Although software development is considered a high-paying, low-stress job, organizational context matters.”

Talking to people who work in the position and industry you are considering will help you better understand what the day-to-day work experience is really like, which can help you make a more informed decision about whether the position is right for you.

13 Low Stress Jobs That Pay Well

While many of these high-paying, low-stress jobs require a college degree (such as optometrist, political scientist, and statistician), there are a number of others that you can apply for with a bachelor's degree.

Here are over a dozen high paying jobs:

1. Software developer

• O*NET stress rating (as of 2018): 61.
• Average salary: $ 110 140.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 22%.

Software developers write and develop applications and systems that are installed on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. Software developers may be self-employed or work directly with a brand or corporation. While many software developers have a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, this is not required; many developers learn to code or use alternative programs (such as coding tutorials) to develop their programming skills.

2. Actuary

• O*NET Stress Rating: 70.
• Average salary: $ 110 030.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 24%.

Actuaries use mathematics, statistics and more to analyze financial risk. Typically, actuaries work for insurance companies and help develop models to predict financial risk and economic costs in a variety of situations, including natural disasters, accidents, and illness. Actuaries require a bachelor's degree in mathematics or a related field, and in order to be certified to practice, they must pass a series of examinations.

3. Technical writer

• O*NET Stress Rating: 69.
• Average salary: $ 74 650.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 12%.

Technical writers specialize in writing technical texts, this category includes manuals, magazine articles, and other documents dealing with complex technical issues. While education in computers, technology, or engineering is often helpful, a degree is not necessarily required; if you can write authoritatively and clearly about technical issues, you can be a technical writer.

4. Art Director

• O*NET Stress Rating: 69.
• Average salary: $97.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 11%.

Art directors are responsible for leading the artistic vision, direction, strategy, and team of an art project such as a magazine, new product launch, film, or television project. Art directors can work in a variety of settings and capacities; some are self-employed, some work for an agency or PR firm, and some work directly for brands or editorials. Most art directors have a bachelor's degree in an art-related field and extensive hands-on creative work experience (eg as a graphic designer or photographer).

5. Economist

• O*NET Stress Rating: 64.
• Average salary: $ 108 350.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 13%.

Economists conduct research, collect and analyze data, and study issues related to economics and economic policy. They may work independently or work for a government or university, and many economists also write books and articles on economics because of their experience. Most economists have an advanced degree (Master's or usually PhD), but some entry-level positions are available with a bachelor's degree.

6. Chemical Engineer

• O*NET Stress Rating: 61.
• Average salary: $ 108 540.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 9%.

Chemical engineers apply various sciences, including chemistry, biology, and physics, to solve problems associated with the production and use of various products, including food, drugs, energy, and chemicals. Chemical engineers may work in a lab, office, or manufacturing facility (or divide their time between the two). Applicants need at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering to get started in the field, and because employers want experienced chemical engineers, it's especially important to complete an internship or co-op experience.

7. Environmental recovery planners

• O*NET Stress Rating: 69.
• Average salary: $ 73 230.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 9%.

Environmental remediation planners conduct research—both in the laboratory and in the field—to address environmental and public health concerns. Environmental remediation planners may work in the public or private sector; for example, they may be hired by a government to make sure businesses comply with environmental regulations, or they may be hired by a business to clean up contaminated sites or develop a strategy to reduce its carbon footprint. Environmental remediation planners require a bachelor's degree to work in entry-level positions, typically in the natural sciences or environmental sciences.

8. Statistician

• O*NET Stress Rating: 64.
• Average salary: $ 93 290.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 33%.

Statistics are all about numbers. Statisticians collect and analyze data and use it to solve practical, real-world problems—whether in agriculture, business, or any other field. While most statisticians have a master's or doctorate in mathematics or statistics, there are still a few entry-level positions available for people with a bachelor's degree.

9. Operations Research Analyst

• O*NET Stress Rating: 61.
• Average salary: $ 86 200.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 25%.

Operations research analysts use data collection and analysis, statistics, and modeling to help companies identify and solve problems in their organization. While entry-level positions are available to applicants with a bachelor's degree, many companies are looking to hire operations research analysts with advanced degrees and/or extensive experience.

10. Political scientist

• O*NET Stress Rating: 61.
• Average salary: $ 125 350.
• Projected growth between 2018 and 2028: 9%.

Political scientists study political systems and trends, politics, issues, elections, and governments. In addition to doing research, political scientists may also work as policy analysts for the government, independent political groups, or think tanks. They may also teach political science at the university level. Political scientists usually have a doctorate in political science or public administration.

11. Audiologist

• O*NET Stress Rating: 75.
• Average salary: $ 81 030.
• Projected growth between 2018 and 2028: 16%.

Audiologists specialize in the ear problem, working with people who have hearing and balance problems and/or doing related research. They often work in medical or school settings. In addition to graduating from an undergraduate program, audiologists earn a doctoral degree and need a license to practice (requirements vary by state).

12. optometrist

• O*NET Stress Rating: 78.
• Average salary: $ 118 050.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 9%.

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Optometrists are doctors who specialize in all eye conditions, including diagnosing and treating vision problems, diseases, and injuries. In addition to a bachelor's degree, optometrists must complete a four-year Doctor of Optometry (OD) program and be licensed in the state where they wish to practice before they can begin treating patients.

13. Naval architect

• O*NET Stress Rating: 68.
• Average salary: $ 95 440.
• Projected growth between 2020 and 2030: 4%.

Naval architects design, build, maintain and repair ships, submarines, aircraft carriers, sailboats, barges, buoys, tankers and more. While most naval architects have a bachelor's degree in marine engineering and/or naval architecture, some may have a related engineering degree.

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