So, in class I have finally finished the programming tutorials and it got me thinking about whether or not I should look into getting a job in programming. But before I decide I wanted to know the pay that I could get versus other careers in the game design field. I want a job that both pays well and that I enjoy. I decided to research possible careers in programming and the pay I could receive.
I found an article called Computer Programmer Salary that had a lot of information. They had six different sections all about salary that helped me understand the money situation better. I learned that the average wage of a programmer in the US as a whole is $38.39. That is way above the minimum wage. According to the site, if you want a high paying programming, the best places to live are Seattle, New Mexico, California, and the District of Columbia. So, if I want to earn a lot of money, I might need to move to California. It is good to learn that most of the jobs are full time at 79% versus part time at 21%. I also learned that when just starting out, that the pay is about $22/hour and the salary is about $46K a year. Compared to other technology careers, programmers make 60% less a year than the other careers and rank at 79 of all careers, which is something to think about. Another thing I learned is that North Carolina is ranked #11 out of all 50 states for salary. The real question to decide is whether I want a career that I like or one that pays very well. Programming money
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AuthorI'm a student at Durham School of the Arts, and currently in the Game Art Design pathway. I like playing the Sims 4, playing with dogs, and riding horses. This blog will reflect my learning and discoveries. Archives
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