2. Oil and gas trades
Annual median wage: $135,500
Oil and gas are used in various industries, so the demand is strong. Oil and gas workers typically work as drill operators, boilermakers, and petroleum manufacturers.
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Annual median wage: $135,500
Oil and gas are used in various industries, so the demand is strong. Oil and gas workers typically work as drill operators, boilermakers, and petroleum manufacturers.
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