U.S. News & World Report Announces the 2026 Best Jobs

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2026 Best Jobs. The rankings provide a look at the best jobs across 17 categories – from sectors such as technology, health care, business and creative services – to help job seekers at every level make the most informed career decisions. The rankings take into account the most important aspects of a job, including growth potential, work-life balance, job safety, unemployment rate and salary. 

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