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 that was 5 years ago can radically change.
In order to help young minds decide on the choice of 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 indicator of the average salary throughout Russia for 6 months. According to statistics, it is equal to 36.9 thousand rubles (after deducting personal income tax). Comparing the average wages in 2017 and 2018, there is a positive trend. The indicator increased by 8%, or 3 thousand rubles.
Top 5 highest paid professions in Russia 2018
5. IT specialist - 59.6 thousand rubles
The Internet as a business platform is developing at a breakneck pace. Now you cannot imagine a company without your own website. That is why this profession occupies the 5th place in our rating.
According to the data collected by NAFI, the average salary for half a year of an employee in the IT sector is 59.1 thousand rubles per month. This figure is 1.6 times higher than the average income. As for the global trend, IT workers are among richest people on the planet according to Forbes.
4. Pharmacist - 64.7 thousand
No matter how sad it is to admit, illness is an integral part of our life. The creation of new drugs to improve and speed up treatment is the main task of pharmacology. Drug sales managers are the 4th most profitable occupation.
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 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 than the general one.
It should be noted that activities in this area are often accompanied by stressful situations and high returns. The profession is not suitable for every person, but due to its specifics, it will be well paid.
2. Oil workers - 87 thousand
Employees in the field of mining, on average, earn 87 thousand rubles a month. This is already 2.4 times more than the average. Such work is appreciated due to the impact of increased risks on human health.
Most petroleum products are toxic and release harmful substances. A person working on their collection or processing, with age, can get diseases that he did not even know about. 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 - financier. The matter is very painstaking and requires high attention. Unsurprisingly, the cash management profession is taking the lead.
According to experts, this type of activity in the near future will be not only highly paid, but also the most in demand. The trend is associated with the economically unstable situation in the country.
In 2018, the average financier earns 90 thousand rubles a month. This figure 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. YUGRA - 44.2 thousand
Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug gets the 5th place among the leaders. Sami Khanty, along with Surgut, are among 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 higher than the average for Russia.
The average salary of a northerner is 44.2 thousand rubles. Slightly more than the national average. The most popular profession in the region is a workover driller with an average income of 47.3 thousand rubles.
4. Southern Federal District - 46.1 thousand
According to the statistics obtained by NAFI, the fourth place is occupied 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 in the Russian Federation in general.
The most demanded specialty in the Southern Federal District is a ship fitter with an average salary of 56 thousand rubles. But, at the moment, there are not enough specialists, so the employers of the Southern Federal District are interested in this vacancy even more.
3. Northwestern Federal District - 49 thousand
The three finalists will be opened by the Northwestern Federal District. The region's economy 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 city-forming industrial companies. A demanded profession 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 gets a well-deserved 2nd place, as it is one of the supporting 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 East region receives an average of 52.7 thousand rubles per month, which is 15.2 thousand more than the average figure for Russia. The most demanded area of the labor market is the sphere of sales with an average salary of 55 thousand rubles.
1. Central Federal District - 53.4 thousand
The Central Federal District ranks first in our ranking of the most profitable regions of Russia. The income of a citizen of the Central Federal District is on average 53.4 thousand rubles, which is one and a half times higher than the figure for the country.
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 demanded profession is a welder, as in the North-West District, with a salary of 58.1 thousand rubles. It all depends on the qualifications of the employee, the higher the grade, the higher the salary.