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Highest Paying Jobs in Cedar Rapids That Don’t Require A College Degree
Highest Paying Jobs in Cedar Rapids That Don't Require A College Degree
Maybe you're in the market for a new job or you are looking to make some sort of big change to your life.
Either way, you're on the hunt for a new job.
Finding that perfect job that works for you can be a huge challenge. When I was applying for different positions right out of college, I remember sending hundreds of emails and cover letters.
Most of the time, I was lucky if I got back a pre-written rejection letter.
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Times Are Tough in the Hawkeye State
According to a report from the Iowa Workforce Development department, there are approximately 50,200 unemployed individuals in the Hawkeye State.
In addition, the state's labor market sits at a 2.9% unemployment rate with a 67.2% labor force participation rate.
College Degrees and Jobs
The typical high school diploma recipients make about $809 a week, while those with a bachelor's degree usually earn about $1,334.
Nowadays, college degrees are much more attainable than they have been in previous generations.
Nearly four in ten Americans that are 25 and older have a bachelor's degree, according to reports.
While this number has grown over the past decade, the majority of U.S. residents are without a college degree.
So, if you fall into this group and happen to be on the job hunt in Cedar Rapids there are some great opportunities for you!
LOOK: Highest-paying jobs in Cedar Rapids that don't require a college degree
Waterloo Jobs
Maybe Cedar Rapids isn't where you want to end up. If you're looking to possibly make a move North or are willing to commute, then make sure to check out the jobs that don't require a college degree in Waterloo.
LOOK: Highest-paying jobs in Waterloo that don't require a college degree
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