Ten surprising jobs with six-figure salaries

You don't always need an advanced degree degree in order to make more than $100,000 a year. According to Glassdoor, a jobs and recruiting site, here are ten lesser-known occupations that earn a substantial salary. Can you guess which occupation is more lucrative than the rest? 

6. Geophysicist

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The volcano in southern Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull glacier erupts with a cloud of volcanic ash. Geophysicists help predict and respond to the eruptions of volcanoes.

Median pay: $119,380

Median base salary: $109,864

Job openings: 117

The title of geophysicist covers a wide variety of positions, all related to studying the earth. Geophysicists can help companies locate natural resources within the earth or use technology to study and prepare for natural disasters like earthquakes. Geophysicists often have a bachelor's degree in a science field, as well as a master's degree.

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