50 Best Jobs in America for 2021
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Discover Glassdoor’s Best Jobs in 2021

Discover Glassdoor’s Best Jobs in 2021

Using Glassdoor’s unique data on jobs, salaries, and companies, we compiled a list of the 50 Best Jobs in America 2021 to help people find jobs they’ll love. Each job stands out for its earning potential (median salary), job satisfaction, and job openings. Are you considering a new position? Check out this comprehensive list to see what jobs made the list this year, and view open jobs at companies across the country.
Job Title
Median Base Salary
Job Satisfaction
Job Openings
#2
$113,736
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
5,971
Job Openings
#3
$121,107
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
14,515
Job Openings
#4
$131,361
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
10,069
Job Openings
#5
$110,003
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
6,904
Job Openings
#6
$110,000
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
5,621
Job Openings
#7
$82,182
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
8,827
Job Openings
#8
$94,301
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
4,631
Job Openings
#9
$110,245
Median Base Salary
3.8/5
Job Satisfaction
40,564
Job Openings
#10
$134,122
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
4,315
Job Openings
#11
$81,360
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
6,978
Job Openings
#12
$87,852
Median Base Salary
4.2/5
Job Satisfaction
3,818
Job Openings
#13
$123,207
Median Base Salary
4.2/5
Job Satisfaction
2,647
Job Openings
#14
$89,098
Median Base Salary
4.2/5
Job Satisfaction
3,346
Job Openings
#15
$86,445
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
4,123
Job Openings
#16
$90,757
Median Base Salary
4.3/5
Job Satisfaction
3,001
Job Openings
#17
$104,837
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
2,977
Job Openings
#18
$120,267
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
2,998
Job Openings
#19
$111,046
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
4,052
Job Openings
#20
$80,066
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
18,963
Job Openings
#21
$83,069
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
9,841
Job Openings
#22
$90,942
Median Base Salary
4.2/5
Job Satisfaction
2,654
Job Openings
#23
$105,565
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
5,482
Job Openings
#24
$90,881
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
4,122
Job Openings
#25
$104,120
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
2,420
Job Openings
#26
$72,560
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
16,458
Job Openings
#27
$74,031
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
7,702
Job Openings
#28
$74,562
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
5,132
Job Openings
#29
$76,201
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
13,677
Job Openings
#30
$142,379
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
2,618
Job Openings
#31
$68,042
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
12,811
Job Openings
#32
$80,562
Median Base Salary
3.8/5
Job Satisfaction
34,362
Job Openings
#33
$80,738
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
6,438
Job Openings
#34
$85,000
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
2,654
Job Openings
#35
$70,000
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
7,748
Job Openings
#36
$52,022
Median Base Salary
4.4/5
Job Satisfaction
8,148
Job Openings
#37
$80,033
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
6,255
Job Openings
#38
$86,071
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
3,954
Job Openings
#39
$70,000
Median Base Salary
3.8/5
Job Satisfaction
23,181
Job Openings
#40
$105,000
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
2,331
Job Openings
#41
$107,238
Median Base Salary
3.8/5
Job Satisfaction
5,601
Job Openings
#42
$103,633
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
3,043
Job Openings
#43
$67,028
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
8,829
Job Openings
#44
$94,488
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
3,688
Job Openings
#45
$110,091
Median Base Salary
3.7/5
Job Satisfaction
6,623
Job Openings
#46
$70,959
Median Base Salary
4.4/5
Job Satisfaction
2,390
Job Openings
#47
$66,041
Median Base Salary
4.1/5
Job Satisfaction
4,046
Job Openings
#48
$65,612
Median Base Salary
4.0/5
Job Satisfaction
4,705
Job Openings
#49
$70,959
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
6,705
Job Openings
#50
$75,785
Median Base Salary
3.9/5
Job Satisfaction
5,277
Job Openings

How are the Best Jobs in America determined?

The Best Jobs in America list is based on three factors that are top of mind for job seekers:

Salary

The median base salary reported on Glassdoor over the past year

Job Openings

The number of U.S. job openings on Glassdoor when the list is pulled

Job Satisfaction

The overall job satisfaction rating on Glassdoor reported by employees working in these roles last year
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These are the Best Jobs in 2021 in America, according to Glassdoor.

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Are you searching for job openings for one of the top jobs? Glassdoor helps you find a new position you'll love. Browse our Best Jobs 2022 list to find a role you're interested in, and click "View Jobs" to see open positions. Do you need a little extra help jumpstarting your next career move? Check out candid employee reviews from top companies, compare salary ranges, and prepare for your next interview all with help from Glassdoor.

The Best Jobs in America list is based on three equally-weighted factors that are top of mind for job seekers:

  1. Salary: The median base salary reported on Glassdoor over the past year

  2. Job Openings: The number of U.S. job openings on Glassdoor when the list is pulled

  3. Job Satisfaction: The overall job satisfaction rating (on a scale of 1.0= bad job to 5.0= best job) on Glassdoor reported by actual employees working in these roles over the past year