Careers with Stagnated Salaries (2019-2024)
These careers saw essentially no salary growth over the last 5 years. Wages remained flat despite inflation, meaning real purchasing power decreased for workers in these fields.
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Careers with Flat Pay
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Average Growth
All 3 Careers with Stagnated Pay (2019-2024)
| Rank | Occupation | 2019 Median | 2024 Median | $ Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,300 | $83,460 | +$160 | +0.2% |
| 2 | Funeral Home Managers | $76,350 | $76,830 | +$480 | +0.6% |
| 3 | Life Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,370 | $83,920 | +$550 | +0.7% |
About This Data
Stagnated salaries are defined as careers with salary changes between -1% and +1% over the 5-year period. While these numbers look flat, remember that inflation averaged about 3% per year during this period, meaning workers in these fields experienced a real decline in purchasing power.