(Newser) – It's not just investment bankers, doctors, and the Waltons who earn sizable salaries. Forbes has compiled a list of 20 surprising occupations that pay out more than $100,000, at least for those in the top 10% of their professions. A sampling:

• Makeup artists for theatrical and performance ($120,050 for top earners)
• Technical writers of manuals, instructions ($102,250)
• Gaming managers at casinos ($116,840)
• Transportation safety inspectors for freight, etc. ($110,210)
• Elevator installers and repairers ($105,750)

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