The 25 Most Dangerous Jobs

The 25 Most Dangerous Jobs

The Fiscal Times Staff  // 

9. Athletes

Salary: $26,765 - $96,737
Reported fatalities per 1,000 employees: 1.21
Job Description: Athletes push themselves to their physical limits in the name of competition. While this helps them be more successful in their careers, it can also lead to costly health repercussions.

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