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U.S. News magazine’s rankings of the 25 best jobs of 2012.
Best jobs for 2012 as ranked by U.S. News with salary ranges:
1. Registered Nurse
Salary Range:$44,190-$95,130
2. Software Developer
$54,360-$133,110
3. Pharmacist
$82,090-$138,620
4. Medical Assistant
$20,810-$40,190
5. Database Administrator
$41,570-$115,660
6. Web Developer
$43,190-$119,940
7. Computer Systems Analyst
$48,360-$119,070
8. Physical Therapist
$53,620-$107,920
9. Computer Programmer
$40,820-$114,180
10. Occupational Therapist
$48,920-$102,520
11. Maintenance and Repair Worker
$20,800-$56,090
12. Elementary School Teacher
$34,390-$80,140
13. Clinical Laboratory Technician
$24,210-$56,040
14. Speech-Language Pathologist
$42,970-$103,630
15. Paramedic
$19,710-$51,370
16. Meeting, Convention & Event Planner
$27,090-$76,840
17. School Counselor
$31,630-$86,250
18. Social Worker
$26,170-$68,030
19. Sports Coach
$16,380-$63,720
20. Sales Representative
$26,970-$108,750
21. Accountant
$38,940-$106,880
22. Receptionist
$17,560-$36,910
23. Financial Adviser
$32,660-$166,400
24. Customer Service Representative
$19,550-$49,320
25. Human Resources Specialist
$31,110-$89,490
Compiled by the staff of U.S. News