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Written by The Editor
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Saturday, 28 January 2006 |
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The range in pay for engineers varies tremendously. Payscales are most often a factor of your level of education and experience. But other factors also play a role as well. These may include where you are seeking employment and the positions you can apply for. On the average, engineers employed with the government or in private sectors earn the most.
Engineers just out of college earn a starting salary of $40,000+. Compare this with the average salary of a liberal arts major (about $32,000 a year). Average starting salaries for business majors is also lower than that of an engineer fresh out of college.
In 2002, the average salary for an engineer was reported at just slightly over $65,000. During that same year, the top 10% earned over $90,000.
Please keep in mind that these are just estimates. A number of factors will determine your salary. |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 04 November 2006 )
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