The 10 best jobs for people who want to change the world
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If you're trying to make a difference in the world, you may want to pursue a job in education, healthcare, or public safety.
<span style="line-height: 1.5em;">PayScale recently analyzed thousands of job titles to identify the best gigs for do-gooders. </span>
<span style="line-height: 1.5em;">People in these roles were most likely to say that their jobs "make the world a better place," and they typically earn more than the average US worker. </span>
<h3>10. Certified nurse midwife</h3>
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Median pay: $87,700
Number who said this job is meaningful: 93%
Education required: Specialized, graduate nursing education
Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov
<h3>9. Director of program management, human services</h3>
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Median pay: $53,600
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>94%</span>
<span>Education required: Bachelor's degree</span>
Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov
<h3>8. Behavior analyst</h3>
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Median pay: $56,400
Number who said this job is meaningful: 94%
Education required: Master's degree, and sometimes a doctorate
Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov
<h3>7. Chiropractor</h3>
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Median pay: $59,500
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>94%</span>
<span>Education required: Doctoral or professional degree</span>
<span>Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov</span>
<h3>6. Fire captain</h3>
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Median pay: $60,200
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>94%</span>
<span>Education required: High school; <span>must also complete intensive training programs</span></span>
<span>Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov</span>
<h3>5. Executive director, non-profit organization</h3>
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Median pay: $61,000
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>95%</span>
<span>Education required: Bachelor's degree</span>
<span>Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov</span>
<h3>4. Senior pastor</h3>
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Median pay: $56,400
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>98%</span>
<span>Education required: Typically requires a Master's degree
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<span>Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov</span>
<h3>3. Elementary school principal</h3>
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Median pay: $80,000
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>98%</span>
<span>Education required: Master's degree</span>
<span>Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov</span>
<h3>2. Police chief</h3>
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Median pay: $63,100
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>100%</span>
<span>Education required: High school diploma or equivalent; some agencies require a Bachelor's degree</span>
<span>Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov</span>
<h3>1. Orthopedic surgeon</h3>
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Median pay: $337,800
Number who said this job is meaningful: <span>100%</span>
Education required: Doctoral degree
Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov
<h3>Now see the best jobs for people who like to work alone:</h3>
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<h1>The 10 best jobs for introverts</h1>
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