25 High-Paying Jobs For Introverts

Can you really make money in a full-time job as an introvert? Yes, you can! Here are the best high-paying jobs for introverts!

When navigating which career is right for you, finding something that best suits your personality type is no doubt a fine place to start.

Introversion and extroversion are popular terms you might’ve seen if you’ve taken a personality test, and most people have some degree of both. Introversion is a personality type characterized by traits such as reserve, passivity, thoughtfulness, and a preference to keep emotional states private. Extroversion is a personality type characterized by traits such as sociability, assertiveness, and cheerfulness. Extroverts seek out novelty, and excitement, they also enjoy being the center of attention.

Contrary to popular belief, not all introverts are shy, soft-spoken, and socially awkward. In fact, some introverted personality types boast excellent social skills and form rich relationships — they just prefer not to put as much energy into social interaction. They often are less motivated by external rewards, enjoy relaxed environments, consider their message before speaking, and prefer one-on-one interactions to group outings.

Nevertheless, introverts are without a doubt more than capable of taking on the very same responsibilities as extroverts, as long as they find a suitable career that offers a high degree of independence and self-reliance.

If you’re introverted and looking for a career change or you’re in college or high school deciding what field of study you would like to pursue in life, you should consider looking into the following high-paying jobs for introverts.

How To Find Out If You’re An Introvert

The easiest way to find out if you’re an introvert is by taking a personality assessment exam. Here are a few free online tests you can take for more insight into your personality type:

16 personalities assessment – in my opinion, the best free exam for understanding your personality type.

Psychologies – Are you an introvert or extrovert?

IntrovertDEAR – Introvert or extrovert test.

What To Look for in a Job as an Introvert

When looking for jobs as an introvert, it’s important to find something that will energize instead of drain you. Here are a few things to consider when applying to jobs as an introvert:

• Do they prioritize independent work over large group collaboration sessions
• Offer quiet spaces for working alone rather than noisy, open workspaces
• Allow you to focus your attention on one task or project at a time
• Do they require more one-on-one interaction or public speaking

1. Editor

This is the perfect job for anyone that loves reading! The main responsibilities of an editor include reviewing grammar, spelling, and style errors before a text is published. Many editors these days work from home, reading and revising content to be published. Editors can span many media industries, including magazines, book publishing, and even company communications.

Average Salary: $46,673 annually

2. Graphic Designer

Graphic designers use digital tools to create visuals that communicate ideas. Job duties may include creating logos, branding, &/or designing apps and websites. Graphic design is perfect for introverted people since projects can be done from home.

Average Salary: $45,009 annually

3. Blogger

Blogging is a great way to make money off of the things you’re passionate about. Like cooking? As a food blogger, you can share the recipes you make for friends/family and post them on your blog.

Once a site starts getting traffic, bloggers monetize by partnering with advertising companies and inserting affiliate links. What’s best about this profession is that earning potential is limitless. You can make money blogging in virtually any industry – from self-improvement to travel to fashion.

The blog you are currently reading makes well over $5,000 per month in passive income simply off of advertising and affiliate marketing. I started this blog a few years ago, writing blog posts in my spare time. After about a year of hustling, I was able to turn (free) referral traffic from Google and Pinterest into a passive income stream. Blogging changed my life and I HIGHLY recommend starting a blog if you’re an introvert.

Average Salary: $32,000 annually.

**Many of the full-time bloggers that I know are able to make over $200,000 per year and work less than 10-30 hours per week.

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4. Writer or Technical Writer

Introverts can be great at expressing themselves in writing rather than verbally, which makes writing (as a profession) a fantastic opportunity to make money as an introvert. The opportunities for writers are endless and qualified writers are always in demand. Writing jobs include content writing, copywriting, technical writing, and creative writing – all of which can be done from the comfort of your home. Technical writing involves creating user-friendly guides and manuals to make programs more understandable to the everyday person.

Median Annual Salary (May 2020): $74,650 (Technical Writer), $67,120 (writer)

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5. Content Manager

If working with clients to develop content, such as blog posts, videos, and interactives, and building a strategy for them to perform better sounds interesting, becoming a content manager might be the right career for you. Typical tasks as a content manager are to oversee a company’s content creation and strategy, analyze campaign metrics, as well as manage writers, which for the most part can be done remotely.

In a post-pandemic world, many companies have embraced the idea of having a fully remote team. Those who have benefited the most from this shift in work are freelance content managers. Freelancing is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling option for introverts, and I’ve come across some articles of freelancers making upwards of 6-figures per year solely by listing their services on Upwork & Fiverr. Click here to view a complete list of opportunities for freelancers on Upwork.

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Average Salary: $58,887 annually

6. Digital Marketer

Do you like social media and creating content for Tiktok/Pinterest/Instagram? Then consider digital marketing as a way to make money as an introvert. Digital marketers utilize technology to promote content, reach customers, and increase brand awareness. Digital marketing is the future of marketing and probably has the most potential on this list of high-paying jobs for introverts!

Average Salary: $57,000

7. Accountant

Accountants aren’t necessarily known for their bubbly personalities, and you likely won’t see any job descriptions for accountants that require an outgoing nature. This is what makes accounting an ideal career path for people who prefer to work alone but can also manage the occasional one-on-one client meeting. As a stable and growing job field, accountants prepare and examine financial records and analyze any opportunities or risks. The main duties of an accounting manager are to manage the daily operations of an accounting department, from data analysis to creating accounting policies and financial reports. With the continual changes in tax laws and the expansion of global commerce, society will always need qualified number-crunchers.

Average Salary: $71,332 annually

8. Actuary

Do you love working with statistics, math, and financial theories? Actuaries determine potential financial risks and help businesses develop policies to minimize those risks. Since most of the work is done from a computer, this is a good career for introverts who like to spend time working on their own.

Average Salary: $113,000 annually

9. Artist

With endless mediums to choose from, becoming an artist is a great career path for introverts. Whether you want to become a textile artist, a painter, or a sculptor, this is a great career for creative-minded people who want to work at home or in a studio independently. No matter what type of artist you are, you probably spend long periods of time alone developing your craft — perfect for imaginative introverts.

Take graphic design for example. Graphic design is a relatively easy-to-learn skill that has huge potential as more businesses look to freelancers to bring their online presence to life. Graphic design is at the heart of many NFT projects, some of which have earned millions in recent auctions.

To be a successful artist or graphic designer, you must have a solid portfolio of work to show potential clients. Artists these days make money selling their crafts in auctions, ETSY, and as services on freelancing sites.

Average Salary: $31,000 annually for a craft artist

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10. Landscape Designer

If you love the outdoors and want to flex your creativity, a career as a landscape designer combines both. Landscape designers use both their experience and creativity to develop plans to improve the aesthetics of spaces such as public/private gardens, water fountains, and walkways.

Average Salary: $49,086 annually

11. Mechanic

An auto mechanic fixes vehicles and replaces their parts for customers. Their duties include repairing the vehicle’s mechanical components, diagnosing problems, and performing maintenance work. Although learning the intricacies of an engine may at first be an incredibly daunting task, technical expertise can be applied to nearly any car/truck since vehicles are more or less built similarly.

Average Salary: $44,050 annually

12. Researcher / Scientist

Research scientists are responsible for designing, undertaking, and analyzing information from controlled laboratory-based investigations, experiments and trials. They can work for government laboratories, environmental organizations, specialist research organizations, or universities.

Average Salary: $79,228 annually

13. Translator / Interpreter

Translators convert information from one language to another and work in a wide variety of settings, from courtrooms to schools and even private clients. Translation is an in-demand skill that will never become obsolete. There are plenty of websites online where translators can get hired, Upwork and Fiverr being notable examples.

Average Salary: $50,489 annually

14. Librarian

If your preferred workplace is a quiet one, becoming a librarian could be just the job you’re looking for. Librarians help visitors find and check out books, prepare catalog books and periodicals, and possibly manage the library budget and oversee events.

Average Salary: $50,167 annually

15. Photographer

If you see the world in a creative way and like to capture moments, becoming a photographer is an excellent way to make money as an introvert. With many genres to pick from, such as event, wedding, portrait, travel, and landscape photography, this job can lead to many different experiences and is a good way to put your creativity to work.

Becoming a travel photographer may be a great option for an introvert that would like to explore the world and get paid for it.

Average Salary: $41,000 annually

16. Application Developer / UX designer

Application developers create, design, and maintain programs/apps for electric devices. Developers are able to work for different companies in multiple industries. Some work full-time for one company in-office but can also work remotely or be completely self-employed if they have a large enough network or have a strong portfolio.

UX designers are responsible for the end-to-end journey of a user’s interaction with a product, including design & usability. This career requires you to conduct user interviews and build connections with people, but it may be a fulfilling job for introverts because it focuses on understanding user psychology and applying innovation to improve a product or service.

Average Salary: $79,000

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17. Architect

A career in architecture works well for introverted personality types. While architects must meet with clients and other industry professionals, much of their time is spent working independently on planning and designing buildings. Architects typically plan and design houses, office buildings, and other structures. If you are a creative that loves problem-solving and design, architecture might be just right for you.

Average Salary: $76,000

18. Executive Chef

Executive chefs use their creativity to develop eye-catching dishes that tantalize the tastebuds. They manage the kitchen and supervise kitchen personnel in food preparation. Chefs are in charge of planning menus, creating kitchen budgets, reviewing food orders, and ensuring food meet quality standards. Attention to detail and efficient time management skills are crucial characteristics to have as a chef. Out of all the professions on this list becoming a chef might be the most stressful but if you can stomach (pun-intended) intensive work hours, then becoming an executive chef might be the profession for you.

Average Salary: $62,000 per year

19. Paralegal

Paralegals are legal administrative assistants that help attorneys prepare for cases, handle client interviews, and draft/file legal documents. Paralegals often attend and assist in hearings, depositions, and trials. Paralegals are required to spend time working alongside lawyers and other professionals, but usually spend a lot of time alone conducting research and gathering information for clients.

Average Salary: $52,920

20. IT Specialist / IT Manager

Information technology jobs may not require an outgoing personality, but they do call for a passion for computers and information systems. An IT Specialist is in charge of setting up, managing, and troubleshooting the technology systems that a business uses to maintain computer and software networks.

Average Salary: $56,874

21. Psychologist / Psychiatrist

As a psychologist or psychiatrist, you’ll typically work one-on-one with clients and small groups to assess, diagnose, and treat the psychological and behavioral conditions related to your clients’ physical and mental health. Empathy and listening skills are common traits for introverts — so if you are a sensitive and caring individual who likes to help others then maybe becoming a mental health practitioner may possibly be a fulfilling and profitable industry to look into.

Average Annual Salary: $82,180 (Psychologists), $208,000 (Psychiatrists)

22. Social worker

Social work is perfect for empathic individuals who like advocating for the well-being and empowerment of minority groups, their families, and communities. They often work for child or family services, health care, mental health facilities, substance abuse clinics, criminal justice, and/or military departments. If you are interested in becoming a clinical social worker, you will need a master’s in social work from an accredited college or university.

Average salary: $51,760

23. Cybersecurity analyst

Cybersecurity analysts help protect internal computer networks and systems for companies by monitoring for and reporting security breaches. The role requires you to keep up with IT security trends and be agile in developing strategies to maintain security.

Average salary: $102,177

24. Entrepreneur

An entrepreneur is a person who sets up a business, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit. Becoming an entrepreneur requires discipline, grit, and the ability to make the split-second decisions that ultimately affect the performance/success of the business. Many entrepreneurs may experience many failed attempts at starting and sustaining a profitable business before achieving success – but once successful, earning potential is infinite.

Average salary: $62,552

25. Pilot

Becoming a pilot is one of the best jobs for introverts because they work in a small team – usually just with one copilot. As a pilot, you will transport passengers or cargo, but often the job requires more than just commanding an aircraft. It involves planning routes, analyzing weather conditions, inspecting equipment, and more. Pilots are in high demand, and you can find positions in commercial or industrial sectors. In order to become a pilot, you must attain a bachelor’s degree in aviation from an aviation program and then get licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration (In the United States, other countries have their own certification process).

Average Annual Salary: $121,430 

Are you an introvert that has found success in a profession/industry not listed above? Leave a comment below with your experiences, we’d love to hear from you!