Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as total compensation?
This calculator sums base salary, annual bonus, the annualized value of equity or RSU grants, and the dollar value of the employer 401(k) match. Base salary alone often hides large differences in the full package.
How do I value equity or RSUs per year?
Divide the total grant value by its vesting period in years to get an annual figure. Public-company RSUs are easy to value; private startup equity is far harder and depends on strike price, valuation, and dilution.
Why include the 401(k) match?
An employer match is free money. A 5% match on a $120,000 salary is $6,000 a year you would forfeit by ignoring it, so it belongs in any honest comparison of total pay.
Does the highest total comp always mean the best offer?
No. This tool compares pay only. Cost of living, health benefits, PTO, remote flexibility, equity upside, and career growth can outweigh a higher number. Use total comp as a first filter, then weigh the intangibles.
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