I have an opportunity for an Sr. Art director position in San Francisco. Not considering industry standards or what agency’s are paying, just what would a comfortable living salary for the Bay Area.

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Just want to add that if you have room mates and live more frugally you can get by with less. If you want to live by yourself, go on vacations, own a car, eat out whenever you want etc you’d need the numbers mentioned above.✌🏻

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Very helpful , Thanks!

I’d say 180+, cost of living here is very high

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These numbers are insane. Yes it’s expensive here but I make 95 and live in a studio by myself in nob hill. I’d say anywhere from 85+ and you’re fine. Less if you want roommates

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$150-200k

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I make 120 and I feel fine! If you can get 180, good for you, but that seems more like an ACD salary

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