Indian programmers average average wage level of $ 6000 - $ 12,000.
China average (text): $ 5500 - $ 9000.
The article on IndiaTimes.com today see this article, comparison between India and China in BPO (Business Process Outsourcing)). The title and link are as follows:
Why China Will Never Beat India In the BPO Space
Other text numbers:
India graduated 2,100,000 a year, of which 460,000 is professional.
2003 BPO Exports: $ 3.1 Billion, India, $ 210 Million.
The entire IT industry export: $ 10 Billion, India, $ 700 Million, China.
Related paragraph original:
Cost Advantage - WHO WINS INDIA OR China ??
Obviously, China, since labour rates are very low. (Think of an Indian worker 10 years back.) Typical IT salaries range from $ 5500 to $ 9000 per year for a programmer with 2-3 years experience. Compared to other outsourcing destinations, China has The Lowest Real Estate and Power Costs.
The Average Salary of An Indian Program Stands AT $ 6000 to $ 12,000. But, It's Much Lower In China AT $ 5700 to $ 9000.