Not everyone loves interacting with others at work. In fact, many may thrive on working independently. Luckily, for those who prefer minimal contact with the public, there are plenty of job options, and some of them pay really well.
If you don't consider yourself a people person and want to be left alone at work, the following are some viable career options, depending on your level of education and experience.
Here are 15 jobs that can help you get ahead financially while providing you with everyday peace and quiet.
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Zoologist
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Zoologists spend their time with wildlife rather than with people. They study animals and other living organisms and the interactions of these creatures with their environments.
Working as a zoologist requires a bachelor's degree or a master's degree. The median annual salary for this occupation is $72,860, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Night-shift janitor
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Janitors typically have minimal interaction with people, but a night-shift janitor might not see other people at all.
You'll probably get your own set of keys to clean the building while it's empty. Then you just lock up when you are done.
Janitors don't need formal training, but some positions might require a high school diploma or GED. The median annual wage is $35,108, according to ZipRecruiter.
Library assistant
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Library assistants spend their time stocking shelves and sorting books and other materials. Some library jobs allow you to work in the background and won't require much face-to-face communication.
Library assistants may need a high school diploma or a GED. The median annual pay is $37,540, according to the BLS.
Painter
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Painting might require some physical labor, but you shouldn't have to interact with the public too much. If you own a painting business, you'll probably need to interact with your customers, however.
You'll likely need a high school diploma or GED and to spend some time training on the job. The median annual wage for painting and coating workers is $47,390, according to the BLS.
Hotel laundry jobs
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Hotel laundry and dry-cleaning workers wash items such as pillowcases, sheets, and comforters. You'll likely encounter fewer people in a hotel setting than you would working at a dry-cleaning establishment.
At a hotel, you may only use washing machines and standard dryers rather than using dry-cleaning practices.
The median annual wage for laundry and dry-cleaning workers in the traveler accommodation industry is $30,195, according to ZipRecruiter.
Computer operator
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Several computer operator jobs require little interaction with the public. Computer systems administrators, information security analysts, and software developers are only a few of the many occupations available.
You'll likely need a bachelor's or master's degree in a computer-related field to land one of these jobs. Median salary is typically around $54,094, according to Indeed.
Self-storage unit manager
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Since a storage unit is basically a "self-service" operation, you can interact with the public less. You may need to speak with staff and customers, however.
You might need a bachelor's degree, but not all managers have one. The median national salary for general and operations managers can be around six figures. According to Glassdoor, the median total pay is $122,000 a year.
However, if you manage a small business, you can expect to make significantly less.
Fire-tower lookout
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As a fire-tower lookout, you watch for smoke or other signs of fire. You might also maintain and repair equipment. Communications occur primarily over radios or cell phones.
A bachelor's degree is often a requirement. The average salary for fire-tower lookouts is $58,000, according to job site Glassdoor.
Accountant
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Accountants mainly work with financial documents and may not need to interact with the public often. You'll probably work full-time and might work overtime during tax season.
A bachelor's degree is required to work as an accountant. Becoming a certified public accountant can provide more job opportunities and higher pay.
The median annual wage for accountants and auditors is $81,680, according to the BLS.
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Editor
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Editors typically work in relative isolation as they revise content. Some editors work from home, and others work in offices. Editors can also freelance and choose their own hours.
You likely need a bachelor's degree and industry experience to work as an editor. The median annual salary is $75,260, according to the BLS>
Night-shift security guard
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Security guards mainly observe the public, but interaction with others is sometimes necessary. You'll probably interact with people much less, if at all, when you work the night shift.
If you work in this profession, you might review security footage and stop crime before it occurs.
Security guards often need a high school diploma or GED and will learn on the job. The median annual pay is $43,000, according to Glassdoor.
Truck driver
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As a truck driver, you spend most of your time alone on the road. This is a good occupation if you want to be left alone and don't mind sitting for long periods of time.
While you won't need a college degree, you'll need a commercial driver's license to drive tractor-trailers and similar vehicles.
The median yearly pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $95,546, according to Indeed.
Mechanic
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Mechanics spend their days diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues. They typically work in shops and away from the general public.
You probably need industry training and certification to work as a mechanic. The median yearly salary for mechanics and automotive technicians is $64,478, according to Indeed.
Landscape professional
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As a landscaper or groundskeeper, you work outside and likely will not need to interact with people often.
You likely won't need a degree or certification to work as a landscaper. The median annual pay for landscapers and groundskeepers is $42,778, according to Indeed.
Budget analyst
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Budget analysts work with numbers and help companies with financial planning. It is a good career choice if you like math but don't like talking with the public.
Most budget analysts have a bachelor's degree in a finance-related field such as economics or accounting. The median salary is $87,930, according to the BLS.
Bottom line
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If you want to change to a career that requires little interaction with other people, consider one of the occupations on this list. Other job options if you want to be left alone include writers, delivery drivers, and data-entry clerks.
Some of these roles make for great full-time careers or provide good opportunities for second jobs or side hustles if you're looking to lower your financial stress.
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