The 17 highest-paying jobs for people who don't mind sitting at a desk all day

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Some people can't stand the thought of spending their work days in a cubicle, behind a computer screen, chained to their swivel chair — but others really don't mind working a desk job.

If you identify with the latter group, you've probably been warned of all the dangers of sitting for eight hours a day. But here's some good news: There are lots of high-paying jobs for people who prefer not to be on their feet.

We looked through salary data on the US Bureau of Labor Statistics website to find the highest-paying professions where workers typically spend a majority of their day at a desk. We also looked at the employment outlook — the projected percent change in employment from 2014 to 2024 — to give you a better idea of which jobs will be around in the future.

Here are 17 that pay more than $100,000 a year, on average:

Software developer (systems software)

Average annual pay: $108,760

Job outlook (2014-2024): 17%

Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device, while others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.

Economist

Average annual pay: $109,230

Job outlook (2014-2024): 6%

Economists study the production and distribution of resources, goods, and services by collecting and analyzing data, researching trends, and evaluating economic issues.

Actuary

Average annual pay: $110,560

Job outlook (2014-2024): 18%

Actuaries analyze the financial costs of risk and uncertainty. They use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess the risk that an event will occur, and they help businesses and clients develop policies that minimize the cost of that risk. Their work is essential to the insurance industry.