These are the 9 highest paying jobs for millennials, according to U.S. News & World Report. 9. Accountant Average salary: $75,280 8. Operations research analyst Average salary: $84,180 7. Radiation therapist Average salary: $84,460 6. Environmental engineer Average salary: $88,040 5. Mechanical engineer Average salary: $88,190 4. Computer systems analyst Average salary: $90,180 3. Software developer Average salary: $102,160 2. Actuary Average salary: $110,560 1. Financial Adviser Average salary: $118,050