The National University System Institute for Policy Research has concluded that technology industries account for 30% of jobs in the San Diego metro area. The 6,023 tech employers account directly for 138,800 jobs, says the institute. But these jobs generate another 224,200 jobs, sustaining 29.3% of payroll employment. As of last year, the average wage in tech industries was $93,800, more than twice the $45,000 average wage of non-tech companies.
The National University System Institute for Policy Research has concluded that technology industries account for 30% of jobs in the San Diego metro area. The 6,023 tech employers account directly for 138,800 jobs, says the institute. But these jobs generate another 224,200 jobs, sustaining 29.3% of payroll employment. As of last year, the average wage in tech industries was $93,800, more than twice the $45,000 average wage of non-tech companies.