Browse Compensation by Location
Compare startup salaries across major tech hubs. Understand how location impacts your total compensation.
San Francisco, CA
The heart of tech. Highest comp but also highest cost of living.
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New York, NY
Fintech and enterprise hub. Strong compensation, competitive market.
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Seattle, WA
Amazon/Microsoft overflow. Great comp, no state income tax.
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Austin, TX
Fast-growing scene. Lower cost, no state tax, competitive salaries.
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Boston, MA
Biotech and deep-tech. Strong academic talent pipeline.
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Los Angeles, CA
Entertainment tech, creator economy. Growing startup scene.
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Boulder, CO
Quality of life champion. Strong hardware/outdoor tech focus.
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Atlanta, GA
Emerging tech hub. Low cost, growing VC activity.
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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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