Wage index

Entry level hourly pay, translated into salary.

Compare common starting wages and the annual income they produce. Every link below uses a consistent 40-hour, 52-week baseline.

What these numbers mean

$15–$25/hr before deductions

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Hourly rates from $15 to $25

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