Let’s face it: The workplace is pretty much an extrovert’s world, with all those meetings and open work spaces. It’s not always easy for introverts and people who prefer a quieter setting to be at the top of their game, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be productive in an office and have a really successful career. The trick is finding the right job fit. Resume Genius, a website for job seekers, recently released its curated list of introvert-friendly well-paying jobs for 2025. Jobs were ranked based on four factors: autonomy, amount of social interaction, minimum median salary of $48,000 a year, and high job-growth potential.
The researchers compiled their results from O*Net and Glassdoor reviews to determine the first two factors, and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to determine the last two.
The jobs on this list emphasize independent work, problem-solving, and analysis. Introverts can be more independent and usually possess highly sought-after soft skills like deep focus and creative problem-solving,” Nathan Soto, a career expert at Resume Genius, said in a statement.
Here are the top 10 jobs for introverts:
1. RadiologistMedian annual salary: $353,960Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 3%Typical educational requirements: Doctor of medicine (MD) degree, radiology residency program
2. Natural Sciences ManagerMedian annual salary: $169,120Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 8%Typical education level: Bachelors degree in natural science or a related field
3. Computer and information research scientistMedian annual salary: $157,160Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 26%Typical educational requirements: Master’s degree in computer science or related field4. Physicist and AstronomerMedian annual salary: $149,530Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 7%Typical educational requirements: Bachelor’s degree for entry-level position, master’s and PhD in physics for advanced5. Computer hardware engineerMedian annual salary: $147,770Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 7%Typical educational requirements: Bachelors degree
6. Software developerMedian annual salary: $138,110Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 17%Typical educational requirements: Bachelors degree in computer and information technology or related field7. Computer network architectMedian annual salary: $133,930Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 13%Typical educational requirements: Bachelor’s degree in computer-related field8. ActuaryMedian annual salary: $132,500Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 22%Typical educational requirements: Bachelors degree in mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, or other analytical field
9. Biochemist and Biophysicist Median annual salary: $120,310Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 9%Typical educational requirements: Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, biology or related field for entry-level position; master’s and PhD for advanced
10. Operations research analystMedian annual salary: $95,600Estimated job growth (2023 to 2033): 23%Typical educational requirements: Bachelors degree in operations research, business, mathematics, or engineering
