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Getting paid a six-figure income in today's job market is pretty tough, but maybe you're looking in the wrong fields. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates, which are compiled from 2008 data, the six-figure salaries for the following careers just might surprise you.

Human Resources Manager – Top 10% Minimum Annual Income: $163,220; Average Annual Income: $103,920 Top-Paying State: Delaware.

Astronomer – Top 10% Minimum Annual Income: $156,720; Average Annual Income: $99,730; Top-Paying State: Maryland.

Art Director – Top 10% Minimum Annual Income: $154,840; Average Annual Income: $88,510; Top-Paying State: New York.

Pharmacist – Top 10% Minimum Annual Income: $131,440; Average Annual Income: $104,260; Top-Paying State: California.

Film or Video Editor – Top 10% Minimum Annual Income: $112,410; Average Annual Income: $62,500; Top-Paying State: Massachusetts.

Forbes Magazine also recently listed more surprising six-figure income jobs that do not require a college degree, which include, Air Traffic Controller (income for the 90th percentile: $186,000; 75th percentile income: $156,000); Court Reporter (income for the 90th percentile: $104,000; 75th percentile income: $84,100); Hotel Executive Chef (income for the 90th percentile: $107,000; 75th percentile income: $86,500); and Ultrasound Technologist (income for the 90th percentile: $110,000; 75th percentile income: $82,500).