Entry-level salaries in information technology depend on level of education.
The starting salary for information technology (IT) jobs varies depending on level of education. Overall, IT jobs pay very competitively. Common IT-related degrees are associate and bachelor's degrees in information science or computer science.
Bachelor's Degree Salary
According to CNBC, those individuals with a bachelor's degree in information sciences and systems receive the 10th highest-paying jobs of bachelor's degree holders as of 2010. The average starting salary is $54,038.
Associate Degree Salary
Those entering the workforce with an associate degree in information technology should expect to earn between $30,000 and $65,000 as of 2010, according to Broadview University.
Average Salary for All Entry-Level Jobs
As of August 2010, the average salary for all entry-level jobs is $43,000, according to Simply Hired. Thus, even those with an associate degree in IT-related fields are likely to earn an above-average starting salary.
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