Remote Job Salary Data

Compensation insights from 20,792 jobs with disclosed salaries

Average Salary

$224k

Median Salary

$224k

Jobs with Salary

20,792

Transparency Rate

43%

Salary Distribution

How compensation varies across the market

Salary Distribution

Compensation percentiles

25th$99K

50th$148K

75th$200K

90th$259K

By Category

Average salary per field

By Region

Average salary per location

Salary by Experience Level

How seniority impacts compensation

Mid Level

$261k

17,452 jobs

Senior

$233k

13,568 jobs

Executive

$218k

3,786 jobs

Lead / Principal

$197k

10,337 jobs

Entry Level

$78k

2,870 jobs

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Salary by Job Category

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Understanding Remote Salaries

Salary Transparency

Not all companies disclose salary ranges. Tech companies and startups tend to be more transparent, while enterprise and traditional industries often keep compensation private.

Location-Based Pay

Some companies adjust salaries based on cost of living, while others offer flat rates regardless of location. US-based roles typically pay highest even for international candidates.

Total Compensation

Base salary is just one component. Many remote roles include equity, bonuses, home office stipends, learning budgets, and other benefits that increase total compensation.

Data Methodology

We calculate salaries from the midpoint of posted ranges, converted to annual USD. Only jobs with explicit salary data are included in our statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for remote jobs?

Based on our data from 20,792 jobs with disclosed salaries, the average remote job salary is $224k per year. The median salary is $224k, which better represents typical compensation.

Do all remote jobs disclose salary information?

Currently, 43% of remote job listings include salary information. Salary transparency varies by industry, company size, and region. Tech companies and startups tend to be more transparent about compensation.

Which remote job categories pay the most?

Engineering, DevOps, and Data Science typically offer the highest salaries in remote work, with averages ranging from $120k-180k. Product, Design, and Marketing roles follow, with senior positions commanding premium compensation.

How do remote salaries compare by region?

US-based remote jobs typically pay 20-50% more than European or global positions. However, some companies practice location-based pay while others offer flat rates regardless of location. Jobs marked 'Worldwide' often have more variable compensation.

How is salary data calculated?

We calculate salaries from the midpoint of posted ranges, converted to annual USD figures. Only jobs with explicit salary information are included. Data is updated daily as new jobs are added and old listings expire.

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