3 government jobs that pay over $100K

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3 Government Jobs That Pay Over $100,000

$400,000—that’s the salary awaiting the next president. But the job comes with more than just a paycheck: It includes a $50,000 expense allowance, a lifelong pension, and free housing at the nation’s most famous address. 

And the Vice President? They’ll earn $235,100 a year, along with some pretty enviable perks of their own (access to Air Force Two and dozens of aides, just to name a few).  

But you don’t need to be in the White House to land a high-paying government job. Plenty of government roles pay well into the six figures and come with great benefits, from pensions to strong union support. 

Curious to know which ones? We’ve got you. We pulled from our database and resources to surface three government jobs that pay over $100,000.

1. Cybersecurity Analyst or Specialist 

US government intelligence data is a prized target for hackers. That’s where cybersecurity analysts come in. They work for federal agencies to secure network infrastructures, monitor suspicious activity, and investigate security breaches. 

And demand for these digital bodyguards is only going up. Cybersecurity roles are projected to grow 32% over the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—a major surge compared to the 3% growth rate for most US jobs.

2. Economist 

Nearly every government policy—environmental, economic, etc—gets vetted by a government economist first. They crunch the numbers and forecast the economic ripples (or shockwaves) each policy might cause.  

If you’re a big numbers person, constantly list “What if” scenarios, and love the idea of shaping policies that make a difference, becoming a government economist might be the move.

3. Data Scientist 

Without government data scientists, policy-making would be like flying blind. These experts analyze vast amounts of data to help government officials make informed decisions about resource allocation and which programs best address societal challenges. 

In other words: Data scientists show policymakers where to focus their efforts for maximum impact.

There are plenty more government jobs that pay even more than these three. To find out what they are (and how to land them!) go right here. 

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