Veterinarian Tops 2025's Best Jobs List, Driven by Rising Pet Ownership

Indeed's report highlights veterinarians as the most in-demand profession, fueled by younger generations prioritizing pets over children.

Veterinarian is ranked as the top job for 2025 by Indeed, with a median annual salary of $139,999 and a 124% increase in job postings from 2021 to 2024.
The growing demand for veterinarians is linked to increasing pet ownership, particularly among Gen Z and millennials, who are spending more on their pets than previous generations.
Healthcare and engineering dominate Indeed's 2025 top jobs list, reflecting a surge in demand for specialized roles due to an aging population and infrastructure needs.
Sales representative, physician, and civil engineer round out the top four jobs, with sales representative offering the highest median salary at $182,487 and requiring fewer advanced degrees.
The profession of veterinarian is projected to grow 19% by 2033, significantly outpacing the 4% average growth rate for other occupations.