Startup Controller Salary

Startups pay Controllers a median salary of $151,353 per year. Based on 2,364 Controller job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $72,816 and $250,308, with an average of $157,090.

95th Percentile
$250,308
Average
$157,090
Range
$72,816 - $250,308
Sample Size
2,364
Last updated October 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Controller Compensation Trends

Track how Controller compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Controller positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Controller Salaries by Country

When it comes to geographic compensation for Controller roles, startups in 🇺🇸 United States lead the pack with competitive salaries averaging around $258,330 per year. Meanwhile, 🇨🇦 Canada shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $132,462 annually.

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $258,330
🇨🇦 Canada $132,462

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