One chart shows how much more data center jobs pay than other gigs
Indeed job postings show a pay premium for data-center construction managers and electrical engineers.
A recent Indeed Hiring Lab study revealed that data center jobs tend to pay significantly more than similar roles in non-data center industries. The median salary for data center facilities managers was found to be $134,000, which is 64% higher than the median for other facilities managers. This pay premium appears to be driven by the strong reputation of major tech employers, who make up 71% of data center job postings this year.
Despite the higher pay, data center workers may face certain downsides such as working nights, being on call, or having to travel. Overtime and advertising for these roles were also more common compared to non-data center positions. While there has been some opposition to data center construction, including national protests and local bans, the Indeed study suggests that these high-paying roles are likely to be permanent.
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