Data: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development; Table: Axios Visuals
If you're looking for some job security, consider a career in education, finance or computer science.
By the numbers: Some of the most in-demand occupations that require college degrees also pay a lot. For example, software developers are highly sought after and median wages top $125,000.
Zoom in: Some jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree are in much higher demand.
Registered nurses have a median annual income of $102,300. Those positions — which require an associate's degree — are the second most in-demand in the state.