Lowest-Paying, Most Dangerous Jobs

Taxi drivers and roofers are two of the most dangerous jobs--and they aren't rewarded for it. Here we look at the top ten lowest-paying, most dangerous jobs in the U.S.

10. Structural Iron & Steel Workers

Dead-end-job score: 17.2

Annual fatality rate per 100,000: 26.9

Median annual wages: $46,140


9. Driver/Sales Workers & Truck Drivers

Dead-end-job score: 14.4

Annual fatality rate per 100,000: 24.0

Median annual wages: $34,550


8. Grounds Maintenance Workers

Dead-end-job score: 14.3

Annual fatality rate per 100,000: 16.8

Median annual wages: $23,970

7. Taxi Drivers & Chauffeurs

Dead-end-job score: 11.6

Annual fatality rate per 100,000: 19.7

Median annual wages: $22,820

6. Roofers

Dead-end-job score: 11.1

Annual fatality rate per 100,000: 31.8

Median annual wages: $35,290

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