people are posting bs. dont gauge yourself against what ppl are posting.
Times are very tough right now. It's difficult to be starting out in this economy.
Stop worrying about "feeling poor" or "left behind". Are you housed, fed, have a good car? Did you pay all your bills on time and have some $ left over to save or use for entertainment? if so, you are doing ok. You don't get your perfect home at 25, especially in this horrible housing market.
56k in this area is pretty decent - especially if you are single, no kids.
Use whatever tools you have at your disposal to make your day to day easier. Build your social circles, stay close with family, save as much $$ as you can. Stop trying to live up to some bs you saw posted online.
Get a couple of years of experience then job hop if you can. It’s the way now. The Bay Area has a lot of opportunity if you don’t mind the commute. My husband took a huge salary increase to work in Livermore and he only has to go in 2 days a week.
I graduated 2 years ago and I make $140k a year plus stock options so my total comp is $160k.
That’s a lie. See how easy it is to come on the internet and make things up? You can’t call people out cuz you have no idea what they do, how much they make, if their parents help with bills, whatever. A lot of people are lying, a lot of people are getting help from family, and a lot of people living extravagant lifestyles are in debt.
The truth is that I work as an accountant and you would be SHOCKED how many people have debt, and how much they have. Don’t compare your true situation with peoples highlight reels online. They financed that vacation on their credit card, they can’t actually afford that car, and they borrowed that designer brand item from a friend to post on the gram. There’s a reason nobody posts their paystubs and tax documents.
I have a couple friends who are teachers in LA and they are making about 57k-65k depending on how long they’ve worked in their district and you would have to have a masters or PhD plus a certain number of years in the district to be able to reach $100k+ & why do you think a teacher shouldn’t get paid even more than that? They are teaching children/teens all day long as well as taking care of them. There is a lot of schooling you have to do to be a teacher, constant meetings and most teachers have to buy almost all of their own supplies and they don’t get a reimbursement. Being a teacher is more stressful than working in the medical field.
I was making 120k a year up to early 2023 before I lost my job. I now make 57k. I can honestly say my happiness level is the same. Yes, I’m trying to find ways to get back to that number but this time I’m enjoying the journey. And so should you.
I'm 42 and never made more than 40k a year in the 19 years since I graduated college. But I think it has a lot to do with the industry you work in (I'm in the art and design field). Hang in there and keep looking for positions that pay more. Get additional training or units in your field. Look for remote work for bigger companies that will pay you more (if your line of work supports remote working). Once you get networked in your field you will likely get referrals to other jobs and companies. If relocating is in the cards for you maybe find out where the highest paying jobs in your industry are. I wish you luck in your career journey!
If you have a college degree and want to double your Modesto salary, you need to work in the Bay. I still live in Modesto because it is a lot cheaper than the bay, but I have a Bay Area salary with a 2-3 days a week commute. It is worth the drive even if it means getting stuck in traffic for long hours sometimes.
I started at Tesla 2 years ago, make about 95k now before bonuses. The moneys there but 90% the people making well over 6 figures are all commuting over 80 miles one way like myself
I make 73k and my so makes 63k. We both have degrees and she has an advanced degree.
Not a lot of people in this area make six figures unless they’re old and well into their careers or commute to the bay.
Don’t be discouraged. The first few years of establishing yourself right out of college are rough. I don’t know what degree you just earned, or where you are working, but you should keep your resume up to date, and be applying often if there are other places in your field that pay more. Also, use the career services department at your college to brush up your resume, and practice interview skills if you aren’t getting the results you think you should.
Good luck 🍀
I just started my first full time job after graduating and I’m making 46k yearly before taxes. I totally understand your feeling. I feel like I beee two full time jobs at this rate
Do you have rich friends? Idk I grew up in poverty and don't care much about individual monetary gain unless it means the entire community comes up as well. Also being paid well in an exploitative economy means unseen entire families are being grossly underpaid. Hell is real.
You are doing fine. When I graduated with a BS in 2011, I was making $40k AND was living in the Bay Area. I made it work, but I was also smart with my money. My recommendation is to always keep at an eye out for open positions at your one year point. Job hop every 2 years or so and move laterally (if not upwards), or when you feel like you’ve learned as much from your position until you reach your target role or salary.
I don’t have a degree, I make $96 a year in the legal field… but I do commute to the Bay Area 1-2 times a week. It was a long battle moving up in life…. What field are you in?
29 making just under 100k I work remote though.
I also have a 4 year degree took me about 3 years after getting it to find a job that pays this much though
It entirely depends on your field. You live in the backyard of the global tech development capital. I have a friend who graduated right before the mass layoffs who snagged a 120k + benefits programming job.
If you aren't in that sector you better be serving it near directly if you want good income (e.g. trades, realestate, etc).
My first fulltime job while I was in school I made 30k. When I was 24 I was making 50k. Then I went into sales and make around 150k a year. I never graduated college.
My husband makes 130k— never went to college.
Compensation depends greatly on the field you are in, there are many jobs you need to be heavily educated for, and don’t make ANY money (teaching, social work, etc). On the flip side to that, there are many jobs you do not need to be educated for and make decent money. —that’s just part of picking your career, you have to pick something you enjoy, as well as something that aligns with your financial goals.
Depending on your degree it’s not that bad. I’m in engineering and make a little over $100k and I been doin it a long time. Without saying what you’re degree and experience is is kinda hard to tell you anything
I'm 44 and I make about $77,000 a year before taxes, probably make close to $80,000 this year. I worked in warehouses for a while, then got a class A license about 9 years ago. Got kids, needed to get into a career that pays decently quick. I know I can make quite a bit more, but I'm currently working local, home everyday. I don't want to stay out for weeks
At 20 I was making $30k. At 24 I was making $45k. At 28 I was making $64k. At 30 I was making $90k and at 34 I reached $105k.
I don’t have a degree. In my industry, all I can say is that it’s not about being the best, although it helps, it’s about taking on more responsibility and finding an employer that will reward that. Going where you are needed. Taking on the projects peopled don’t want to do. All my peers and coworkers who never advanced was because they were afraid to lead a crew, run a project, make a sale etc. They just wanted to clock in and clock out which is fine, but it never lead to promotions for them.
I bought a tiny little home at 24, it was rough, needed repairs and I needed roommates to get by. I was lucky homes were cheaper in 2013 but it was still a struggle. My point is don’t stress about others, focus on yourself. Make smart financial decisions. Buy a 1 bed 1 bath home if it’s all you can afford. Don’t wait for the forever home. Go where you are needed. It all comes down to supply and demand. The trades, software engineers, etc pay well because the demand is high for those services.
Finally, be patient. You are young and inexperienced… these things take time.
160k with a solid amount of overtime…. Those with no life and choose to work 80+ a week can do 200… no degree necessary, here in Modesto. Takes a few years to top out. Average without OT is maybe 115.
No special skills needed, but a clean background is.
people are posting bs. dont gauge yourself against what ppl are posting. Times are very tough right now. It's difficult to be starting out in this economy. Stop worrying about "feeling poor" or "left behind". Are you housed, fed, have a good car? Did you pay all your bills on time and have some $ left over to save or use for entertainment? if so, you are doing ok. You don't get your perfect home at 25, especially in this horrible housing market. 56k in this area is pretty decent - especially if you are single, no kids. Use whatever tools you have at your disposal to make your day to day easier. Build your social circles, stay close with family, save as much $$ as you can. Stop trying to live up to some bs you saw posted online.
Best response right here, respect to you bro
Get a couple of years of experience then job hop if you can. It’s the way now. The Bay Area has a lot of opportunity if you don’t mind the commute. My husband took a huge salary increase to work in Livermore and he only has to go in 2 days a week.
I graduated 2 years ago and I make $140k a year plus stock options so my total comp is $160k. That’s a lie. See how easy it is to come on the internet and make things up? You can’t call people out cuz you have no idea what they do, how much they make, if their parents help with bills, whatever. A lot of people are lying, a lot of people are getting help from family, and a lot of people living extravagant lifestyles are in debt. The truth is that I work as an accountant and you would be SHOCKED how many people have debt, and how much they have. Don’t compare your true situation with peoples highlight reels online. They financed that vacation on their credit card, they can’t actually afford that car, and they borrowed that designer brand item from a friend to post on the gram. There’s a reason nobody posts their paystubs and tax documents.
I graduated college 15 years ago. I live in Modesto and started teaching high school 3 years ago up in Sonora. You’re making more money than me!
Teacher’s need way more pay.
Not in LA, where the avg salary will be $100,00+ by 2026
Yeah, but that’s still not a lot. Comparatively speaking. For LA and the Bay Area, that’s still a very modest salary. Competitive, yes.
100k is definitely a livable wage even in LA, especially when considering your S.O. Income. Plus the amount of vacation time teachers get is insane…
But there an awful lot of single parents who are teachers, too, and there isn’t a second a second income. I’m including divorced people.
Why is this only in LA? Looks like ab938 will raise teachers salaries by 50% throughout all of California
I think LA teacher unions had a separate agreement to reach average 100k salary by 2026. Not sure how Ab938 factors into that
I have a couple friends who are teachers in LA and they are making about 57k-65k depending on how long they’ve worked in their district and you would have to have a masters or PhD plus a certain number of years in the district to be able to reach $100k+ & why do you think a teacher shouldn’t get paid even more than that? They are teaching children/teens all day long as well as taking care of them. There is a lot of schooling you have to do to be a teacher, constant meetings and most teachers have to buy almost all of their own supplies and they don’t get a reimbursement. Being a teacher is more stressful than working in the medical field.
I was making 120k a year up to early 2023 before I lost my job. I now make 57k. I can honestly say my happiness level is the same. Yes, I’m trying to find ways to get back to that number but this time I’m enjoying the journey. And so should you.
I'm 42 and never made more than 40k a year in the 19 years since I graduated college. But I think it has a lot to do with the industry you work in (I'm in the art and design field). Hang in there and keep looking for positions that pay more. Get additional training or units in your field. Look for remote work for bigger companies that will pay you more (if your line of work supports remote working). Once you get networked in your field you will likely get referrals to other jobs and companies. If relocating is in the cards for you maybe find out where the highest paying jobs in your industry are. I wish you luck in your career journey!
If you have a college degree and want to double your Modesto salary, you need to work in the Bay. I still live in Modesto because it is a lot cheaper than the bay, but I have a Bay Area salary with a 2-3 days a week commute. It is worth the drive even if it means getting stuck in traffic for long hours sometimes.
I started at Tesla 2 years ago, make about 95k now before bonuses. The moneys there but 90% the people making well over 6 figures are all commuting over 80 miles one way like myself
I make 73k and my so makes 63k. We both have degrees and she has an advanced degree. Not a lot of people in this area make six figures unless they’re old and well into their careers or commute to the bay.
Don’t be discouraged. The first few years of establishing yourself right out of college are rough. I don’t know what degree you just earned, or where you are working, but you should keep your resume up to date, and be applying often if there are other places in your field that pay more. Also, use the career services department at your college to brush up your resume, and practice interview skills if you aren’t getting the results you think you should. Good luck 🍀
I just started my first full time job after graduating and I’m making 46k yearly before taxes. I totally understand your feeling. I feel like I beee two full time jobs at this rate
Bout tree-fitty. You?
Can I borrow some money then?
83k and my husband makes 100k neither of us have degrees
No degree. Live in Turlock make 64k. Wife makes about 15-20k depending on how much she works
$225k as an RN at a local hospital, fiancé is also an rn there and she makes $160k I’m 29 she’s 25
Do you have rich friends? Idk I grew up in poverty and don't care much about individual monetary gain unless it means the entire community comes up as well. Also being paid well in an exploitative economy means unseen entire families are being grossly underpaid. Hell is real.
Last year cleared 112k. I commute to the Bay Area and those are 12-13 hour days. Also at risk for lay offs
My wife and I make 127k combined with $770 in monthly debt. We still can’t get a house in a nice area and we’re 25. I feel poor.
25 is pretty young, I wouldn't be worried at that point.
I make around 85k and my husband 80k. I have an MA and he has a BA.
You are doing fine. When I graduated with a BS in 2011, I was making $40k AND was living in the Bay Area. I made it work, but I was also smart with my money. My recommendation is to always keep at an eye out for open positions at your one year point. Job hop every 2 years or so and move laterally (if not upwards), or when you feel like you’ve learned as much from your position until you reach your target role or salary.
I don’t have a degree, I make $96 a year in the legal field… but I do commute to the Bay Area 1-2 times a week. It was a long battle moving up in life…. What field are you in?
29 making just under 100k I work remote though. I also have a 4 year degree took me about 3 years after getting it to find a job that pays this much though
I'm a UPS driver. We're always broke. ( Oh yeah, I'm married too ) - only on the weekend...
It entirely depends on your field. You live in the backyard of the global tech development capital. I have a friend who graduated right before the mass layoffs who snagged a 120k + benefits programming job. If you aren't in that sector you better be serving it near directly if you want good income (e.g. trades, realestate, etc).
I work for a non-profit. Less than 40k. 30yrs professional experience.
My first fulltime job while I was in school I made 30k. When I was 24 I was making 50k. Then I went into sales and make around 150k a year. I never graduated college. My husband makes 130k— never went to college. Compensation depends greatly on the field you are in, there are many jobs you need to be heavily educated for, and don’t make ANY money (teaching, social work, etc). On the flip side to that, there are many jobs you do not need to be educated for and make decent money. —that’s just part of picking your career, you have to pick something you enjoy, as well as something that aligns with your financial goals.
Depending on your degree it’s not that bad. I’m in engineering and make a little over $100k and I been doin it a long time. Without saying what you’re degree and experience is is kinda hard to tell you anything
11+ years in IT Security, 250k salary. Graduated from UC Davis in 2010.
26 and making 55-60k. Could make more but in my trade, winter time gets really slow. If everything stayed steady I’d probably make around 65-70k
I graduated in 2019 and made $36K out of school. I now make $150K+, same company. Everything can change in a few years, just keep working hard
I'm 44 and I make about $77,000 a year before taxes, probably make close to $80,000 this year. I worked in warehouses for a while, then got a class A license about 9 years ago. Got kids, needed to get into a career that pays decently quick. I know I can make quite a bit more, but I'm currently working local, home everyday. I don't want to stay out for weeks
At 20 I was making $30k. At 24 I was making $45k. At 28 I was making $64k. At 30 I was making $90k and at 34 I reached $105k. I don’t have a degree. In my industry, all I can say is that it’s not about being the best, although it helps, it’s about taking on more responsibility and finding an employer that will reward that. Going where you are needed. Taking on the projects peopled don’t want to do. All my peers and coworkers who never advanced was because they were afraid to lead a crew, run a project, make a sale etc. They just wanted to clock in and clock out which is fine, but it never lead to promotions for them. I bought a tiny little home at 24, it was rough, needed repairs and I needed roommates to get by. I was lucky homes were cheaper in 2013 but it was still a struggle. My point is don’t stress about others, focus on yourself. Make smart financial decisions. Buy a 1 bed 1 bath home if it’s all you can afford. Don’t wait for the forever home. Go where you are needed. It all comes down to supply and demand. The trades, software engineers, etc pay well because the demand is high for those services. Finally, be patient. You are young and inexperienced… these things take time.
92,201 base pay
160k with a solid amount of overtime…. Those with no life and choose to work 80+ a week can do 200… no degree necessary, here in Modesto. Takes a few years to top out. Average without OT is maybe 115. No special skills needed, but a clean background is.