There’s no longer any question that AI is replacing many more jobs this year, but in general, experts agree that many fears of AI job loss are not justified. But with the wage crisis of 2025, 73% of workers say they are struggling financially. As 19 million job openings are projected annually from 2023 to 2033, Resume Genius believes it’s important for job seekers to know where opportunities are growing. Within that context, they just released their 2025 In-Demand Jobs Report, highlighting 15 high-paying, in-demand jobs for 2025 that offer job stability and opportunities, salaries above the U.S. median and long-term industry growth.
How High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs For 2025 Were Derived
The Resume Genius research team leveraged data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for 2023-2033 and used the data to rate each role with a weighted scoring system.
Resume Genius researchers analyzed jobs for their alignment with emerging workforce trends and industry shifts, with a one to five rating, indicating their expected relevance in the job market. Jobs were then evaluated across various education levels and ranked using a weighted scoring system based on:
- Projected annual job openings (50%)–The expected number of new and replacement positions each year.
- Long-term job growth rate (30%)–The projected percentage increase in total employment.
- Median salary (20%)–The annual median salary of $48,060, reported by the BLS.
Each factor was normalized for consistent comparisons. The final 15 roles were selected based on their overall weighted scores to reflect Resume Genius’s most in-demand jobs for 2025.
Top 15 High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs For 2025
The analysis identified the top 15 high-paying, in-demand jobs for 2025 (and heading into the future) ranked by median annual salary in parenthesis:
1. Software developer ($130,160). Projected annual job openings: 125,100. Job growth (2023–2033): 17%. Education: Bachelor’s degree or related training.
2. Nurse anesthetist, nurse midwife and nurse practitioner ($129,480). Projected annual job openings: 29,000. Job growth (2023–2033): 40%. Number of jobs (2023): 349,600. Education: Master’s degree.
3. Education administrator ($111,020). Projected annual job openings: 15,200. Number of jobs (2023): 302,580. Job growth (2023–2033): 3%. Education: Master’s degree.
4. General and operations manager ($101,280). Projected annual job openings: 320,800. Job growth (2023–2033): 6%. Education: Bachelor’s degree (varies by industry).
5. Management analyst ($99,410). Projected annual job openings: 95,700. Number of jobs (2023): 1,018,300. Job growth (2023–2033): 11%. Education: Bachelor’s degree.
6. Registered nurse ($86,070). Projected annual job openings: 194,500. Job growth (2023–2033): 6%. Education: Bachelor’s degree.
7. Business operations specialist ($79,590). Projected annual job openings: 107,400. Number of jobs (2023): 1,181,500. Job growth (2023–2033): 5%. Education: Bachelor’s degree.
8. Accountants and auditor ($78,880). Projected annual job openings: 130,800. Number of jobs (2023): 1,562,000. Job growth (2023–2033): 6%. Education: Bachelor’s degree.
9. Market research analyst ($74,680). Projected annual job openings: 88,500. Number of jobs (2023): 903,400. Job growth (2023–2033): 8%. Education: Bachelor’s degree.
10. Instructional coordinator ($74,620. Projected annual job openings: 20,100. Number of jobs (2023): 225,200. Job growth (2023–2033): 2%. Education: Master’s degree.
11. Human resources specialist. Median annual salary ($67,650). Projected annual job openings: 86,200. Number of jobs (2023): 933,700. Job growth (2023–2033): 8%. Education: Bachelor’s degree.
12. Education, guidance, school and career counselor ($61,710). Projected annual job openings: 29,100. Number of jobs (2023): 360,800. Job growth (2023–2033): 4%. Education: Master’s degree.
13. Licensed practical and vocational nurse ($59,730). Projected annual job openings: 54,000. Number of jobs (2023). 657,800. Job growth (2023–2033): 3%. Education: Post-secondary non-degree.
14. Heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver ($54,320). Projected annual job openings: 240,300. Job growth (2023–2033): 5%. Education: Post-secondary non-degree.
15. Substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselor ($53,710). Projected annual job openings: 48,900. Number of jobs (2023): 449,800. Job growth (2023–2033): 19%. Education: Master’s degree.
“Healthcare demand isn’t slowing down, and workforce shortages are becoming more pronounced,” says Eva Chan, career expert at Resume Genius. “With an aging population and expanded access to healthcare, providers are under pressure to fill critical roles, especially in nursing and mental health services. This isn’t a temporary trend—it’s a long-term shift that’ll continue shaping the job market for years to come.”
A Final Wrap On High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs For 2025
According to Chan, “Teacher shortages are nothing new, but what’s notable is how digital transformation–driven by AI–is reshaping education. She states that the role of educators is evolving as schools integrate AI tools, adaptive learning platforms and automation into classrooms. “While some worry about the impact on traditional jobs, there’s also a growing recognition that AI skills are essential for the next generation,” she points out. “Schools are investing in professionals who can bridge the gap between education and an increasingly tech-driven workforce.”
“Workforce trends are shifting toward high-skill, high-impact roles,” notes Geoffrey Scott, senior hiring manager at Resume Genius. He adds that AI and automation are handling routine tasks, but that’s driving demand for workers who can analyze data and make the decisions that AI provides. “That’s why jobs like software developers, market research analysts, and management analysts are growing–businesses need people who can turn data into strategy.” He concludes that healthcare and logistics roles remain essential because they require hands-on expertise that automation still can’t replace. And they will continue to be high-paying, in-demand jobs for 2025.