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Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Taxi Drivers

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Education: No formal educational credential

No formal educational credential

Median Annual Wage

$31,631

($15.21/hr)

Annual Growth Rate

Very Strong Growth

2.8%

Avg. Annual Openings

Average Opportunity

134

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Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs

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Education: No formal educational credential

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No formal educational credential

Median Annual Wage

$23,700

($11.39/hr)

Annual Growth Rate

Very Strong Growth

1.4%

Avg. Annual Openings

Few Opportunities

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School Bus Drivers

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☆☆☆☆☆

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

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High school diploma or equivalent

Median Annual Wage

$33,410

($16.06/hr)

Annual Growth Rate

Slow Growth

0.6%

Avg. Annual Openings

Average Opportunity

154

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Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

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☆☆☆☆☆

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

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High school diploma or equivalent

Median Annual Wage

$$$

No Data Available

Annual Growth Rate

Strong Growth

1.1%

Avg. Annual Openings

Rare Opportunity

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