notaznguy

Hello, first time poster here and I have a question. 1) I know the median starting salary for public/non profits is around 50k, but are there any data sets that show realistically how much one makes after working for 10 years? Please don't tell me those with MPPs/MPAs are only cracking 60k after 10 year. I know this thread is optimistic, like someone said, they "hope" to crack 100k after 10 years and said that 100k is POSSIBLE, but is there actually any tables or charts that show if its possible for someone with an MPP/MPA to make that much after 10 years? 2) If MPPs/MPAs actually only make 60-70k at the peak of their careers, why are you guys considering getting an MPA/MPP? It most certainly isn't for the pay right? I know a high salary shouldn't be at the top of your head when going public, but what if you want to raise a family? You can barely buy a house with a salary of 60k, not to mention you won't be getting 60k until its the PEAK of your career. I mean, my old high school AP US History teacher made 80k after working for 20+ years. What gives?