Housing prices in the U.S. have soared so high that most folks can’t afford a new home. In fact, 7 out of 10 Americans can’t meet the median cost of a new home. So, what’s the solution? Get creative and find a job that offers free housing. Here are 22 jobs that could help you dodge the housing cost bullet:
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Park Ranger – They earn an average salary of $45,100 and get to live in the park they protect. It’s not luxury living, but it’s an adventure.
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After-Hours Security Guard – With an average salary of $39,591, they protect properties and often live on-site. It’s a great gig for students, freelancers, or remote workers.
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Building Manager/Superintendent – Earning around $57,228, they manage properties and often live rent-free.
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International Educator – With an average salary of $49,911, they teach abroad and often get free housing, health coverage, and annual flights home.
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International Civil Engineer – They earn around $82,674 and often get free housing and annual flights home.
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Seasonal Hotel or Resort Host Worker – They earn about $37,949 and often get free housing.
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Cruise Ship Casino Dealer – They earn between $2,700 to $3,600 per month and get free accommodation on the ship.
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Butler or Groundskeeper – Butlers earn around $76,747 and Groundskeepers about $31,512. They often live on the estates they work on.
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Personal Chef – They earn around $66,958 and often get free room and board.
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Live-In Caregiver – They earn about $29,139 and often receive free room and board.
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Nanny/Au Pair – They earn around $35,426 and often get free room and board.
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Travel Nurse – They earn about $95,000 and often get free upscale housing.
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Oil Rig Worker – Salaries vary, but they get free room and board on the rig.
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Military Service Member – Salaries vary by rank and position, but they get free room and board.
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Diplomat/Foreign Service Worker – Salaries vary, but they often receive free housing and get to travel the world.
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Peace Corps Volunteer – They receive a stipend to cover necessities and get free housing.
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Faculty in Residence – They earn around $91,775 and often get free or cheap on-campus housing.
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Wrangler/Farm or Ranch Hand – They earn about $35,687 and some provide free housing.
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Clergy – They earn around $57,020 and some receive free housing.
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Volunteer Doctor or Nurse – Salaries start around $26,000, but they often get free housing.
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Circus and Other Touring Shows Worker – Salaries vary, but they often get free room and board.
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Antarctic Technician – Salaries vary, but they get free room and board.
So, why not have an adventure and dodge the misery of housing payments?
