There are many professions in the labor market, but it is not always clear which of them are the most profitable. The modern world is developing by leaps and bounds, and the situation, which was 5 years ago, can radically change.
In order to help young minds to choose their future specialties and to clarify the situation as a whole, we bring to your attention rating of the most profitable professions and regions of Russiabased on statistics from NAFI (National Agency for Financial Research).
For comparisons, we use the average salary indicator throughout Russia for 6 months. According to statistics, it is equal to 36.9 thousand rubles (after the deduction of personal income tax). Comparing the average wages of 2017 and 2018, there is a positive trend. The indicator grew by 8%, or by 3 thousand rubles.
Top 5 highest paid professions in Russia 2018
5. IT specialist - 59.6 thousand rubles
The Internet, as a platform for business, is developing at a breakneck pace. Now it is impossible to imagine a company without its own website. That is why this profession occupies the 5th place in our rating.
According to the collected NAFI data, the average salary for a half-year employee in the IT sector is 59.1 thousand rubles per month. This indicator is 1.6 times higher than the average statistical income. As for the global trend, IT workers are among the richest people on the planet according to Forbes.
4. Pharmacist - 64.7 thousand
It would not be sad to admit, but illness is an integral part of our lives. The creation of new drugs to improve and accelerate treatment is the main task of pharmacology. Managers involved in the sale of medicines occupy the 4th place in the ranking of the most profitable professions.
For 6 months, on average, such an employee receives 64.7 thousand rubles, which is 27.8 thousand more than the average salary in Russia. The period of study for this specialty is 5 years.
3. Media workers - 70.8 thousand
Workers in the field of mass media and public relations occupy an honorable 3rd place in our ranking. The average salary of a journalist is 70.8 thousand rubles. The indicator is 1.9 times more general.
It is worth noting that activities in this area are often accompanied by stressful situations and high returns. The profession is not suitable for every person, but because of its specificity it will be well paid.
2. Oil workers - 87 thousand
Employees in the field of mining on average monthly earn 87 thousand rubles. This is already 2.4 times the average. Such work is appreciated due to the impact of increased risks on human health.
Most petroleum products are toxic and emit harmful substances. A person working on their collection or processing, with age can get diseases that he did not even suspect. Of course, this can happen if you neglect personal protective equipment.
1. Financiers - 90 thousand
And finally, the first place goes to the highest paid profession in Russia - the financier. The case is very painstaking and requiring high attention. It is not surprising that the specialty associated with managing cash flows breaks into the leaders.
According to experts, this type of activity in the near future will be not only highly paid, but also the most popular. The trend is related to the economically unstable situation in the country.
In 2018, the average financier earns 90 thousand rubles a month. This indicator has been growing for many years. An employee in the field of finance receives 2.5 times more than an ordinary ordinary worker in the Russian Federation.
Top 5 most profitable regions of Russia 2018
5. UGRA - 44.2 thousand
Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug gets 5th place in the leaders. Khanty themselves, along with Surgut, are among the Russian cities with the highest salaries. The economy of this region is built on the extraction of minerals. However, UGRA is famous for its cold and unpredictable climate. Living in the cities of this region is not entirely comfortable, and market prices for food products are above average in Russia.
The average salary of a northerner is 44.2 thousand rubles. A little more than the national average. The most popular profession in the region is a well driller with an average income of 47.3 thousand rubles.
4. Southern Federal District - 46.1 thousand
According to statistics obtained by NAFI, the fourth place is taken by the Southern Federal District. Thanks to the developed economy in the field of tourism and trade, the average citizen of the Southern Federal District receives 46.1 thousand rubles a month, which is 6% more than the total in the Russian Federation.
The most popular specialty in the Southern Federal District is a fitter of ships with an average salary of 56 thousand rubles. But, at the moment, there are not enough specialists, therefore employers of the Southern Federal District are interested in this vacancy even more.
3. North-West Federal District - 49 thousand
The top three finalists are opened by the Northwestern Federal District. The economy of the region is based on enterprises engaged in the extraction of oil, coal, diamonds and other minerals.
Here, on average, you can earn 49 thousand rubles by working for the above-mentioned city-forming industrial companies. A profession in demand is a welder of the highest category, receiving 54 thousand rubles a month.
2. Far Eastern Federal District - 52.7 thousand
The Far Eastern Federal District receives a well-deserved 2nd place, as it is one of the key regions of the country. The average gross regional product (GRP) per capita is 266 thousand rubles, which is 18% more than the GRP in Russia.
A resident of the Far Eastern region receives an average of 52.7 thousand rubles per month, which is 15.2 thousand more than the average for Russia. The most sought-after area of the labor market is sales with an average salary of 55 thousand rubles.
1. Central Federal District - 53.4 thousand
The Central Federal District takes the first line of our rating of the most profitable regions of Russia. The average citizen’s income in the Central Federal District is 53.4 thousand rubles, which is one and a half times higher than the national figure.
The region’s economy is the most developed, the contribution to the GRP in Russia amounted to 26.3% of the total. As expected, the leading position in the region is occupied by Moscow and the region, with their contribution to the gross regional product in the district by 73.2%.
The most sought-after profession is a welder, as in the North-Western District, with a salary of 58.1 thousand rubles. It all depends on the qualifications of the employee, the higher the rank, the higher the salary.
