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15 jobs that may seem off-putting but pay surprisingly well
These dirty, dangerous, or downright off-putting jobs may not require a degree to earn you a high salary. However, you may need a strong stomach.
By Erin McDowell
Oftentimes, the more unpleasant or off-putting a job is, the more it pays.
Many dangerous, dirty, or just unpleasant jobs don’t require a college degree or even a high level of experience. However, they do require a strong commitment to the job at hand and some require an even stronger stomach.
From the dangerous depths of coal mines to sky-high electrical towers, these jobs can put you at risk. They can also make your stomach turn. However, jobs that may seem slightly off-putting to some can pay high salaries.
Here are 15 jobs that may seem off-putting but pay surprisingly well, ranked from lowest to highest salaries.
