A new report has identified 10 well-paid professions in the United States where women make up the majority of the workforce, pointing to strong career prospects and growing demand over the next decade.
According to a study by Resume Genius, these occupations are expected to see continued growth between 2024 and 2034, with women already leading in several high-income roles. The report notes that health care remains especially attractive for women because of flexible schedules, clear advancement opportunities, and the strong demand for specialized skills.
Career experts say these roles are appealing not only because of the salaries, but also because they reward advanced education, professional expertise, and long-term career commitment.
The top profession on the list is financial manager, with an average annual salary of $161,700, where women account for 53 percent of workers. It is followed by human resources managers, earning $140,030, with women making up 76 percent of the field.
Other prominent occupations include pharmacists at $137,480 a year, with women holding 60 percent of those jobs; physician assistants, earning $133,260, with 73 percent women; and public relations and fundraising managers, with an annual salary of $132,870 and 70 percent female representation.
The list also includes several health-related professions where women have a particularly strong presence. Nurse practitioners earn $132,050 annually and are 88 percent female. Veterinarians earn $125,510, with women making up 69 percent of the profession. Medical and health services managers earn $117,960, with 74 percent women. Occupational therapists earn $98,340, with women accounting for 88 percent, while speech-language pathologists earn $95,410 and are 95 percent female.
The report adds that women are also making gains in traditionally male-dominated fields such as mechanical engineering and surgery, although their representation there remains comparatively low. Career coaches say a more inclusive workplace culture will be essential to encouraging more women to enter and stay in those sectors.