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15 Remote Entry-Level Jobs That Actually Pay Really Well

If you want to switch jobs, or just work from home, there are plenty of high-paying options.

By Will Vitka

Edited by Jessica Gibson

Updated Dec. 5, 2025

Remote jobs became popular and necessary during the worst days of the pandemic, and they're still in high demand.

Naturally, these jobs tend to be more flexible, and the lucrative ones can keep your bank account healthy and help you start building more wealth.

So whether you're looking to switch your career or simply want to work from home, here are the 15 best and highest-paying entry-level remote jobs in 2025.

Editor's note: All employment data is from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

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Accounting and finance

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $81,680
Projected growth: 5%

People who understand how to work with numbers and money are always in demand.

There are plenty of remote finance and accounting jobs, plus there is potential to make extra money by establishing a home office or operating in a freelance capacity with your own client list.

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Actuary

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $125,770
Projected growth: 22%

Someone with a good head for math, statistics, and finance can bring home an excellent paycheck as an actuary.

Actuaries are tasked with analyzing the economics of risk and uncertainty. Many work for insurance companies, and you can do it online.

Computer programmer

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $98,670
Projected growth: -6%

Programmers are adept at writing, modifying, and testing the code that makes computer software and applications work.

Before you pursue a remote programming job, it's a good idea to be fluent in a few programming languages like C++ and Java.

Computer support specialist

Typical education: Associate's degree, some college, or high school diploma plus certification
Median annual salary: $61,550
Projected growth: -3%

If you're the person your family members turn to when something isn't working on their computer, you can at least get paid for that as a support specialist.

In this role, you'll maintain computer networks and provide technical assistance to computer users.

Data scientist

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $112,590
Projected growth: 34%

Data scientists see the chaos of raw numbers and figure out how to extract useful information from them. You can use that information for anything from developing algorithms to conducting research to web browsing.

There are lots of remote data scientist jobs, and they pay extremely well.

Editor

Typical education: Bachelor's degree, proofreading experience
Median annual salary: $75,260
Projected growth: 1%

Editors ensure that what people read is reviewed, revised, and as perfect as possible.

Deadlines can make it stressful, and you have to know all the ins and outs of written language. But, as with writing careers, it's a very remote-friendly job.

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Graphic designer

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $61,300
Projected job growth: 2%

Graphic designers are at the intersection of objective-driven art and technology. Your goal is to creatively convey ideas and messages in an aesthetically pleasing way.

Graphic design work can be anything from creating art for a local store's website to ad campaigns for corporations.

Human resources specialist

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $72,910
Projected growth: 6%

If you are a "people person," human resources could be a great way to exercise those skills remotely.

As an HR specialist, you handle everything from recruiting and interviewing job applicants to administering pay and benefits. You may also conduct exit interviews when employees leave a company.

Information security analyst

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $124,910
Projected growth: 29%

Information security analysts keep the bad guys at bay when it comes to computer networks. Their job is to plan and execute security measures.

It's a good idea to get certified for this booming, remote-friendly field.

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Interpreter/translator

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $59,440
Projected growth: 2%

You don't need to have the gift of gab, but if you speak more than one language, be aware that interpreters and translators are in high demand. As everything goes global, the field is growing fast.

Social media specialist

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $69,780
Projected growth: 5%

Remote options abound for people who want a career managing social media accounts.

Social media specialists, a niche within public relations, oversee a brand's online presence.

The key word there is "online." Though you'll be interacting with the public, it's through the written word.

Software developer

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $131,450
Projected growth: 15%

Software developers design computer programs and applications. While the career is naturally collaborative, there are plenty of remote options.

A master's degree may be required in some cases, but many positions only require a bachelor's degree in computer and information technology.

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Technical writer

Typical education: Bachelor's degree
Median annual salary: $91,670
Projected growth: 1%

Every time you consult an instructional manual, it's probably the work of a technical writer. Technical writers package complex information so that anyone can understand it.

Many technical writing jobs are remote. They require a degree and usually knowledge of a field like science or engineering.

Web developer/digital designer

Typical education: Bachelor's degree, but varies
Median annual salary: $95,380
Projected growth: 7%

Everything you see online is designed, maintained, and tested by web developers and digital designers. Some specialize in the more technical aspects, while others create the look and feel of a digital destination.

Writer

Typical education: Bachelor's degree, but varies
Median annual salary: $72,270
Projected growth: 4%

Writers and copywriters are creative content engines and masters of, well, the written word. They can work anywhere there's a computer and an internet connection.

Many writers and authors are, or can be, self-employed. Remote writing can be a great side hustle that you can eventually turn into a business.

Bottom line

According to the Pew Research Center, 35% of workers in jobs that can be done remotely work from home all the time.

The rise of remote work has changed the employment landscape. More and more companies offer remote jobs, and people are getting the chance to get ahead financially while having more choices in their careers.

Consider the remote-work lifestyle when making your next career move, and don't be afraid to try something new that might fit you better than you think.

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