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The 2016 job market is looking bright. Employers will continue to hire, especially in certain hot fields. Corporate recruiters are on the prowl, scouting perfectly matched job candidates for important positions. And overall job growth is expected to increase by 6.5 percent between 2014 and 2024, generating nearly 10 million new jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

But cashing in on this robust job market has its hurdles. And workers need the tools to understand the education, skills and specialties necessary to thrive in today's professional landscape.

Enter the 2016 Best Jobs rankings, which highlight the professions with fantastic growth potential, great work-life balance, generous wages and low unemployment. To rank the best jobs, U.S. News analyzed BLS data, weighing statistics on job volume, median salary, stress level and other factors that matter most to consumers. Here are a few trends to look out for.