Browse Compensation by Location

Compare startup salaries across major tech hubs. Understand how location impacts your total compensation.

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San Francisco, CA

The heart of tech. Highest comp but also highest cost of living.

Median Salary
$180K+
Startups
5,000+
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New York, NY

Fintech and enterprise hub. Strong compensation, competitive market.

Median Salary
$170K+
Startups
3,500+
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Seattle, WA

Amazon/Microsoft overflow. Great comp, no state income tax.

Median Salary
$165K+
Startups
2,000+
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Austin, TX

Fast-growing scene. Lower cost, no state tax, competitive salaries.

Median Salary
$145K+
Startups
1,800+
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Boston, MA

Biotech and deep-tech. Strong academic talent pipeline.

Median Salary
$155K+
Startups
1,500+
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Los Angeles, CA

Entertainment tech, creator economy. Growing startup scene.

Median Salary
$150K+
Startups
1,200+
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Boulder, CO

Quality of life champion. Strong hardware/outdoor tech focus.

Median Salary
$140K+
Startups
800+
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Atlanta, GA

Emerging tech hub. Low cost, growing VC activity.

Median Salary
$135K+
Startups
900+

Comparing Multiple Locations?

Our data shows that comp can vary 30-50% between SF and emerging hubs, but cost-of-living adjusted take-home is often similar. Use our benchmarks to negotiate location-adjusted offers.

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