8 jobs that pay more than you think, including the Trader Joe's role that pays over $100,000 a year

• Many respected jobs come with a high paycheck, but salaries in some fields may surprise you.
• The average salary in the US is $60,575, but you can make $125,000 managing a car wash at Buc-ee's.
• Court reporters, captains at Trader Joe's, and bingo managers also bring in respectable wages.

In 2021, the average salary in the United States was $60,575, according to the Social Security Administration.

While you might expect certain careers to bring in a substantial income because of their prestige, on-the-job demands, or the advanced skills or education they require, you might be surprised by some of the higher-paying jobs we researched.