As San Francisco continues to evolve into a hub for artificial intelligence innovation, a new reality is emerging: even six-figure salaries are no longer a guarantee for a comfortable living. Despite earning $180,000 per year, many tech professionals in the city are finding it increasingly difficult to afford the rising costs of housing, food, and transportation. The city's notorious housing crisis, coupled with the high cost of living, is forcing even the most well-compensated workers to make tough financial decisions, such as sharing apartments or relocating to more affordable areas. As the tech industry continues to boom, the question on everyone's mind is: what does it take to truly thrive in San Francisco's A.I. era?
In San Francisco’s A.I. Era, Even $180,000 Tech Salaries Are No Longer Enough The New York Times
