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Old 24th Apr 2009, 00:50
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BelArgUSA
 
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Here and there...

No way that you can compare salaries even using same currencies.
Even if you know the "exchange rate" - It does not mean anything.
xxx
Look at yourself in USA - Low taxation - For you probably 20%.
But you probably have to pay your medical insurance, retirement plan... etc.
In many other countries, with high taxes, all that is taken off your salary.
xxx
Then in some countries, rent an apartment might be 25% of your salary.
In USA, I am certain, with your numbers, must be 40% of your gross salary.
Depends where you live. In Podunk, you can rent a studio for $500/month.
Consider other expenses - meals - transportation...
And realise all proportions are different. No way to compare.
You can only say "well paid" - or "not well paid"...
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