Best and Worst Jobs of 2010

This is according to careercast.com. As you'll see from the list, the best jobs aren't the flashiest or the highest paid, but in the words of the career evaluators, they rank high because they offer people the best chance for "good health, low stress, a pleasant workplace and strong growth potential. Who would guess actuary is #1. At least real estate agent isn't in the worst.

15 Best Jobs for 2010

1. Actuary
2. Software engineer
3. Computer systems analyst
4. Biologist
5. Historian
6. Mathematician
7. Paralegal assistant
8. Statistician
9. Accountant
10. Dental hygienist
11. Philosopher
12. Meteorologist
13. Technical writer
14. Bank officer
15. Web developer

15 Worst Jobs for 2010

1. Roustabout
2. Lumberjack
3. Ironworker
4. Dairy farmer
5. Welder
6. Garbage collector
7. Taxi driver
8. Construction worker
9. Meter reader
10. Mail carrier
11. Butcher
12. Photojournalist
13. Firefighter
14. Sheet Metal Worker
15. Emergency Medical Technician