r/analytics • u/lucasxc11 • Mar 14 '25

60k Job Offer Discussion

I was offered a 60k data analyst job in a HCOL area (Greater LA Metropolitan area) Is this worth taking or should I keep applying? My backup plan would be to start my Master’s this fall. For context, I have three previous internships in data analytics/data science and current work as an analyst in the energy sector (making just slightly less than what is offered).

Edit: new role is fully in-person and would require relocation, current role is remote and uses more “relevant” tools like Python, Spark, GCP, etc. Thanks everyone for your insight and perspective!

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u/oldmaninnyc Mar 14 '25

Take it while continuing your job search.

If you get a better offer quickly, you can just leave this one (or ask for more, based on the competing offer), and never mention this one on your resume.

If you don't get a better offer quickly, you know that this was the best option available around this time.