$78 / hour
Salary Range: $68 - $90
Sales
$13 / hour
Salary Range: $12 - $15
IT Infrastructure
$42 / hour
Salary Range: $37 - $47
Janitorial
$34 / hour
Salary Range: $28 - $38
Human Resources
$47 / hour
Salary Range: $41 - $53
Electrical
$41 / hour
Salary Range: $36 - $46
Facilities Management
$23 / hour
Salary Range: $20 - $26
Groundkeeping
$31 / hour
Salary Range: $27 - $36
Restaurant Management
$22 / hour
Salary Range: $20 - $25
Facilities Operations
$31 / hour
Salary Range: $27 - $36
Culinary
| Competitor / Benchmark | Avg. Salary | Variance | Primary Market Influence Factor & Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAN MATEO COUNTY HARBOR DISTRICT | $26 |
+12.4%
|
Supported by SAN MATEO COUNTY HARBOR DISTRICT's high-margin contracts allowing higher overhead. |
| SHERWOOD SHORES VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT | $21 |
-11.8%
|
Reflects market rates for standard general contracting, differing from specialized roles. |
| SUMMITKIDS | $20 |
-13.5%
|
SUMMITKIDS focuses strategically on recruiting and training entry-level apprentices. |
| SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT | $20 |
-15.8%
|
SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT may offer non-monetary perks in lieu of competitive base salaries. |
| Hospitality & Leisure Industry | $59 |
+151.4%
|
Pay variances are driven by organizational scale, specialized skill requirements, or geographic cost-of-living factors. |
| Expense Category | Estimated Monthly Cost | Key Considerations / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Housing (1-BR Apt Rent) | $1,900 - $2,800+ | A significant portion of Salem Ma salary. Location choices impact this heavily. |
| Utilities (Basic) | $180 - $290 | Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water etc. |
| Public Transportation | $90 (MBTA pass varies) | Essential for most commuters; car ownership is costly. |
| Groceries (Single Person) | $470 - $700 | Can be higher with more dining out or specialty stores. |
| Personal & Leisure | $450 - $800+ | Dining out, entertainment, shopping. Highly variable. |
| Healthcare (Individual) | $420 - $780+ | Varies significantly by plan & employer contribution. |
| Subtotal (Excluding Taxes) | $3,510 - $5,370+ | This subtotal does not include income taxes (federal, state, local), which can significantly impact your take-home pay. |
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