Category: Salary

Look, I’ve been researching nuclear engineering pay for years, and most salary guides are garbage. They give you generic ranges without the context that actually matters. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are currently an estimated 13,400 nuclear engineer jobs in the United States, with projections showing that approximately 100 fewer jobs will… Continue reading Nuclear Engineer Salary: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Making Real Money in This Field

After 15 years in petroleum engineering, I’ve watched too many talented engineers leave money on the table simply because they didn’t know their worth. Companies aren’t exactly rushing to educate us about market rates, are they? Here’s the truth: while petroleum engineering job growth might be modest at 1% according to the Bureau of Labor… Continue reading What Your Petroleum Engineering Salary Could Really Be (And Why Companies Hope You Don’t Find Out)

Real talk about money in marine engineering – from someone who’s been there The Bottom Line (Because You Want to Know) Fresh marine engineers start around $55,000-$70,000, but here’s the thing – this field has serious earning potential. With the right moves, you can hit $150,000+ within a decade. Location matters big time (coastal states… Continue reading Marine Engineer Salary: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Earning Potential

I’ll never forget opening my first paycheck as a preschool teacher. After four years of college and student loan payments, seeing that number was like getting punched in the gut. Sure, I’d heard the averages—somewhere around $37K if you believe the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics statistics. But what they don’t tell you is how… Continue reading Preschool Teacher Salary: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before I Started

Let me be honest with you – when I started digging into logistics coordinator salaries, I expected to find the usual vague ranges that don’t help anyone. You know, those “anywhere from $35K to $80K depending on experience” non-answers that make you want to throw your laptop out the window. But here’s what I actually… Continue reading What Logistics Coordinators Actually Make (I Researched 500+ Jobs So You Don’t Have To)

Most people think funeral directors just show up in black suits and collect paychecks. The reality? It’s one of the most misunderstood professions when it comes to actual earning potential. I’ve talked to dozens of funeral directors across the country, and here’s what they wish more people knew: this isn’t just a job – it’s… Continue reading Funeral Director Salary: What I Learned About Making Real Money in Death Care

Five years ago, I thought game design meant choosing between ramen noodles and creative fulfillment. I was wrong – but figuring out how to actually make good money in this industry took some hard lessons. According to Grand View Research’s Market Analysis Report, the global video game industry is predicted to grow 13.4 percent by… Continue reading What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Game Designer Salaries

Before I got into this trade, I thought I knew what to expect. I was wrong. Table of Contents The Real Numbers Behind Elevator Mechanic Pay Where You Work Changes Everything About Your Paycheck Union vs. Non-Union: The Compensation Battle You Need to Know About Skills That Actually Move the Salary Needle Your Path from… Continue reading What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Elevator Mechanic Salaries

When I first thought about running heavy equipment, I figured I’d be making barely above minimum wage pushing dirt around construction sites. Boy, was I wrong. This field has way more earning potential than most people realize – and I wish someone had laid out the real numbers for me before I started. The heavy… Continue reading Heavy Equipment Operator Salary: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before Starting This Career

Five years ago, I had no idea what I was worth as a Java developer. I took my first job at $68K thinking I’d hit the jackpot. Spoiler alert: I was leaving $20K on the table. The Java developer job market continues to thrive, with Built In reporting an average total compensation of $190,532 for… Continue reading What I Actually Earn as a Java Developer (And What You Should Know Before Negotiating)