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First job out was 135k base, so immediately.
I graduated in ‘97. Starting pay back then was $72K. I think it jumped to $125K 3 years later.
3rd year when I left government work
2-3 years
First firm - 70k (first year) —> 75k (second year)
Second firm - 105k —> 125k (market adjustment after 3 months)
Literally same.
Went from 85 to 110 to 117.5 to start my third year
Should add my jump from 85-110 was bc I switched firms
About 2-3y. This is for Texas.
Year 1 at small firm: $80k
Year 2 at small firm: $95k
Year 3 at midsize firm: $125k