Where do Russian speakers work in the USA: how much they earn and what they spend on

Channel author "Student from the USA " on ZenYandex he told how much he earns in America and where he spends his money. He also Advised, where Russian-speakers look for work in the USA, what will be the salary and whether it is obligatory to know English.

According to him, you can really make good money in the USA. However, Russian-speaking immigrants experience difficulties in finding a job, since it is very difficult to find a job for a good position without an American education. Another important criterion is the level of English. Knowing English can help you earn more. But even without an American education and perfect English, you will not be left without a job.

Where to look for work in America without knowing English

• Cleaning companies: cleaners. It is not necessary to know the language here, the average salary is $ 10-20 per hour. The rate depends on the company and the number of employees.

• Dishwashers. The salary is $ 10-12 per hour, depending on the place of work: hotel, restaurant, cafe.

• Delivery, couriers. Here, with knowledge of the language, you can earn in addition to your salary on tips - about 30% of the salary. And the salary itself is $ 10-20 per hour.

• Farm laborers... This is a seasonal job that requires workers to harvest. If you fulfill the norm, you can earn $ 15-20 per hour.

Ways to earn money and positions in America for those who know English

With knowledge of English, a Russian-speaking immigrant can earn $ 20-22 per hour, and overtime will be paid double. If you also confirm a higher education, then the salary will be $ 30-35 per hour. Although, according to the author, $ 20 per hour is quite enough for a comfortable life.

If you are an IT employee, techie or manager, then in the US you can earn $ 50-70 per hour. Note that in the same positions men can earn 15-20% more than women.

Where does the money go: how much does a Russian-speaking immigrant spend on living in America

The author has detailed his monthly spending plan. His salary of $ 5000 (after taxes), he says, is enough for a decent life.

So, here are his monthly expenses:

• The rent is $ 1600 a month, which he shares in half with the girl - $ 800.
• He spends $ 500-600 a month on high-quality and fresh food. The girl does not spend money on food, since only she cooks.
• They set aside $ 300 a month for restaurants and bars. They also divide these costs in half on the basis of gender equality.
• Insurance and gasoline for the car - $ 400, but you can spend less.
• He also said that he constantly replenishes his wardrobe. He was going to spend $ 300 on new Nike sneakers, T-shirt, baseball cap and socks.
• Phone payment $ 100.

In total, he spends $ 2500 on basic needs., that's half of his salary. He saves $ 1000 for investments, $ 1500 remains, which he can skip or buy something, for example:

• three new iPhones 12
• one new MacBook Pro 13 - $ 1290
• five pairs of new AirPods

Summing up, he says that it is easier to live with a girl, since the costs are divided by two, but the life of a bachelor is no worse.