The COVID-19 pandemic has caused more people to work from home than ever before. In April 2020, over half of American workers were doing their jobs remotely, according to a survey by Upwork, a freelancing platform. This is a huge increase compared to the situation before the pandemic. Before, only around half of hiring managers hired remote workers. But now, that number has shot up to 94 percent.
This is good news for folks who want to work from home. In this article, we’re going to look at ten jobs you can do from home, and many of them are great for beginners. These jobs pay well, more than the average yearly wage of $45,760 in the US. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that these jobs will keep being in demand until 2030. We’ll also talk about why working from home is great and share some tips for getting these remote jobs.
Remote Jobs That Pay Well In the near future, lots of companies are planning to offer more remote work options. So, if you want a job that lets you work from home, here are some choices to consider.
The salaries mentioned are the average earnings in the US in May 2023, according to Glassdoor. The job growth data comes from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and is a prediction for growth from 2020 to 2030 (unless said otherwise).
Computer Support Specialist
Salary: $51,722
Expected job growth: 9 percent (average)
Computer support specialists help people and businesses with their computers and software. They can assist you over the phone, through emails, chats, and using remote assistance software.
Social Media Manager
Salary: $51,470
Expected job growth: 10 percent (average)
Social media managers use platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok to connect with customers. This job is becoming more important across different industries, so there’s a growing need for social media experts.
Project Manager
Salary: $84,909
Expected job growth: 25 million new jobs by 2030
Project managers are needed in almost every industry. They lead teams to complete projects on time and on budget. Thanks to online collaboration tools, it’s easier than before to work as a project manager from home.
Data Analyst
Salary: $70,163
Expected job growth: 25 percent (faster than average)
Data analysts work with data to help companies make decisions. Their work is computer-based, which fits well with remote work.
| Job Role | Salary |
|---|---|
| Computer Support Specialist | $51,722 |
| Social Media Manager | $51,470 |
| Project Manager | $84,909 |
| Data Analyst | $70,163 |
| Information Security Analyst | $90,413 |
| Web Developer | $82,486 (Web) / $95,413 (Software) |
| UX Designer | $94,478 |
| Sales Representative | $84,626 |
| Data Scientist | $126,845 |
| Translator or Interpreter | $47,065 |
Information Security Analyst
Salary: $90,413
Expected job growth: 33 percent (much faster than average)
These analysts protect data and computer systems from cyberattacks. With more remote work, the need for cybersecurity has grown, leading to many job openings.
Web or Software Developer Web Developer
Salary: $82,486
Software Developer Salary: $95,413
Expected job growth: 13 to 22 percent (faster or much faster than average)
Developers create and maintain websites, programs, and apps. This field has embraced remote work even before the pandemic.
UX Designer
Salary: $94,478
Expected job growth: 13 percent by 2025
UX designers improve how products work and look. Many tools for this job can be used remotely.
Sales Representative
Salary: $84,626
Expected job growth: 5 percent (slower than average)
Sales reps help match customers with products. Working in sales, especially in tech, lets you interact with people remotely.
Data Scientist
Salary: $126,845
Expected job growth: 22 percent (much faster than average)
Data scientists turn data into insights. If you like working with numbers and solving problems, this could be for you.
Translator or Interpreter
Salary: $47,065
Expected job growth: 24 percent (much faster than average)
If you know more than one language, you can work as a translator (written) or an interpreter (spoken) remotely.
