8 high-paying jobs for people who want to change the world

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If you're trying to make a difference in the world — but also want to make good money — you may want to pursue a job in medicine or public safety.

In 2015, PayScale analyzed thousands of job titles to identify the best gigs for do-gooders. It found the professions in which people were most likely to say that their jobs "make the world a better place."

We then looked at up-to-date median salary data for each job on PayScale and identified which ones typically pay more that $55,000 a year.

Here are eight of the highest-paying jobs for people who want to change the world:

Senior pastor

Median pay: $55,983

Number who said this job is meaningful: 98%

Education required: Typically requires a Master's degree

Chiropractor

Median pay: $58,739

Number who said this job is meaningful: 94%

Education required: Doctoral or professional degree

Executive director, non-profit organization

Median pay: $61,781

Number who said this job is meaningful: 95%

Education required: Bachelor’s degree