Burnt out at work? 10 low-stress US jobs for 2026 that pay $60,000-plus

Burnout is no longer an exception in the American workplace; it is the baseline. Using data from Resume Genius, this article looks beyond hype to examine ten US jobs in 2026 that offer relatively lower stress without sacrificing pay. It explains why these roles feel calmer, where stress still creeps in, and what realistic pathways into each profession look like.

Burnt out at work? 10 low-stress US jobs for 2026 that pay $60,000-plus
Burnout is no longer an exception in the American workplace; it is the baseline. Using data from Resume Genius, this article looks beyond hype to examine ten US jobs in 2026 that offer relatively lower stress without sacrificing pay. It explains why these roles feel calmer, where stress still creeps in, and what realistic pathways into each profession look like.

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