In 2025, the U.S. economy continues to grapple with geopolitical tensions, inflation, elevated interest rates and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence.
To find the top careers for job security, U.S. News ranked the most stable careers based on the U.S. News Best Jobs ranking and analysis. In selecting these top 20 jobs, we took into consideration the current unemployment rate, future job prospects and the potential for job growth over the next 10 years. Data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
20. Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Median salary: $41,780
Education required: Postsecondary nondegree award
Ophthalmic medical technicians help ophthalmologists diagnose and treat patients with eye conditions. Their duties include conducting diagnostic tests, measuring vision and assisting with minor procedures.
Jobs for ophthalmic medical technicians are expected to grow 14.1% between 2023 and 2033.
19. Financial Advisor
Median salary: $99,580
Education required: Bachelor’s degree
Financial advisor ranks No. 2 among the Best Business Jobs. These professionals help individuals and businesses manage their money by providing investment, tax and retirement planning advice. Job opportunities for financial advisors are expected to rise by 17.1% over the next decade.
18. Physical Therapist Assistant
Median salary: $64,080
Education required: Associate degree
Physical therapist assistants prescribe plans of care for patients who have experienced physical trauma or damage to their bodies. This often includes manually maneuvering a patient’s body into different stretches, using equipment and machines or assigning physical exercises. The need for physical therapist assistants is expected to grow by 25.4% from 2023 to 2033.
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