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Francine Meidhof

July 31, 2000






In polite circles, talk of salaries is considered, well, tacky. But let's face it: In this age of instant millionaires, the question on everybody's mind is, how much are you making? The IT industry has been known for its high salaries, but how long can that trend last?

gantthead stats
Here's how gantthead members answered questions about the salaries of IT project managers in our June Salary Survey:
How much do you make annually?

Under $50,000
$50,000-$75,000
$76,000-$100,000 
$101,000 or more
100 Beeeeeellion
Dollars

13%
34%
31%
17%

5%

If you could choose your bonus, which would you rather receive?
Money  
More time off 
Stock options
60% 
22%
17%
How often do you receive a salary review?
Once a year
Once every 6 months 
Only by request 
Upon completion of each project   
82%
12%
6%

1%

Do you think you are fairly compensated for the work you do?

No
Yes
All the money in the world
still wouldn't be fair
48%
45%

7%
Who is your favorite "money" star?

Johnny  Cash
Tyra Banks                        Eddie Money                      Penny Marshall                  
Kristy McNichol                  
 

37%
33%
11%
11%
10%

Trend Setting
The IT job boom can be traced back about five years.



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