Looking to kickstart your career? These are the best jobs for 2026, Indeed says
CBS News • • business
Key Points:
- Health care jobs dominate Indeed Hiring Lab's ranking for the best U.S. jobs in 2026, making up 40% of the top 50 positions, reflecting strong industry growth and demand.
- The top-ranked job is cardiac medical technician, with a 34% increase in job listings and wages since 2022, offering a median salary of nearly $134,000; nurse practitioner ranks third with a median salary of $143,183.
- Owner-operator truck driver is the second-best job, featuring a median salary of $160,000 and high demand, highlighting the importance of skilled labor in transportation.
- Data scientist is the only technology job in the top 10, with other tech roles like SAP consultant
