The veterinarian has been crowned the top job of 2025 by global job portal Indeed. This recognition highlights the growing importance of professions that merge specialized expertise with the ability to “build meaningful connections.” The annual rankings, which emphasize roles shaping modern work culture, reveal healthcare and engineering continue to dominate, reflecting society’s “continued need for well-being and innovation.” Further, Jocelyne Gafner of Indeed reports creating the list using a data-driven method, focusing on jobs offering high salaries, growth, and flexibility. Criteria included a minimum salary of $75,000, 20 percent growth in postings over three years, and at least 5 percent remote or hybrid postings. The top 10 jobs according to Indeed: Rank Job title Median Annual Salary ($75k minimum) Number of Job Postings per 1M Total Jobs % Change in Job Share 2021 vs 2024 1 Veterinarian $139,999 1,065 124% 2 Sales representative $182,487 961 76% 3 Physician $225,000 705 76% 4 Civil engineer $100,872 584 104% 5 Estimator $99,592 579 51% 6 Attorney $145,168 546 90% 7 Territory manager $80,348 461 43% 8 Clinic psychologist $118,597 324 75% 9 Fire engineer $110,000 318 136% 10 Structural engineer $110,725 268 127% Veterinarian job listings have reportedly surged by 124 percent in three years, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projecting 19 percent growth over the next nine years—far outpacing the 4 percent average for other occupations. According to Indeed, this demand could be attributed to younger generations prioritizing pets over children, higher pet care standards, and 75 percent of U.S. households owning pets. Economic trends, such as COVID-19 stimulus packages, have boosted veterinary spending, highlighting the sector’s sensitivity to financial shifts. To meet rising demand, universities are launching new veterinary programs. However, if all are accredited, the supply of veterinarians could exceed demand within a decade. The findings also underscore a broader trend: jobs requiring specialized education and training are highly sought after, while roles prioritizing soft skills and human interaction thrive in sectors with fewer technical barriers to entry. For more information, visit the Indeed website.
