I moved out of the bay area in 2020 for family reasons. Before Covid, I was expecting to take something resembling a 75% pay cut because of the move. Covid and increased availability of remote work meant that I got to keep my job with only a 15% pay cut. That was great.
But I'm never going back. No matter what. That 75% pay cut remains a good deal if it is the only available option. Just don't tell my employer I'm willing to take so little.
But I'm never going back. No matter what. That 75% pay cut remains a good deal if it is the only available option. Just don't tell my employer I'm willing to take so little.