How Much Do Tech Bosses Really Earn?

Nerval's Lobster writes: Everybody knows that tech's top figures, such as Google CEO Larry Page or Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg, are worth billions of dollars thanks to stock options. But how much do everyday tech executives — the CIOs, Chief Data Officers, and so on — earn? Generally between $150,000 and $175,000, not counting possible perks such as stock options, according to a new analysis. That's based on national data, although anyone who works in tech knows that, in high-demand areas such as Silicon Valley, salaries can skyrocket far higher for those with highly specialized skillsets and the right mix of experience. It's a good time to be a Pointy-Haired Boss... but then again, when isn't it?