The 10 best jobs for people who want to change the world

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10. Certified nurse midwife

10. Certified nurse midwife

Median pay: $87,700

Number who said this job is meaningful: 93%

Education required: Specialized, graduate nursing education

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

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9. Director of program management, human services

9. Director of program management, human services

Median pay: $53,600

Number who said this job is meaningful: 94%

Education required: Bachelor’s degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

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8. Behavior analyst

8. Behavior analyst

Median pay: $56,400

Number who said this job is meaningful: 94%

Education required: Master's degree, and sometimes a doctorate

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

7. Chiropractor

7. Chiropractor

Median pay: $59,500

Number who said this job is meaningful: 94%

Education required: Doctoral or professional degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

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6. Fire captain

6. Fire captain

Median pay: $60,200

Number who said this job is meaningful: 94%

Education required: High school; must also complete intensive training programs

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

5. Executive director, non-profit organization

5. Executive director, non-profit organization

Median pay: $61,000

Number who said this job is meaningful: 95%

Education required: Bachelor’s degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

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4. Senior pastor

4. Senior pastor

Median pay: $56,400

Number who said this job is meaningful: 98%

Education required: Typically requires a Master's degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

3. Elementary school principal

3. Elementary school principal

Median pay: $80,000

Number who said this job is meaningful: 98%

Education required: Master’s degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

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2. Police chief

2. Police chief

Median pay: $63,100

Number who said this job is meaningful: 100%

Education required: High school diploma or equivalent; some agencies require a Bachelor's degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

1. Orthopedic surgeon

1. Orthopedic surgeon

Median pay: $337,800

Number who said this job is meaningful: 100%

Education required: Doctoral degree

Sources: PayScale, BLS.gov

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