Startup Engineering Manager Salary

Startups pay Engineering Managers a median salary of $193,906 per year. Based on 6,546 Engineering Manager job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $121,950 and $296,320, with an average of $199,058.

95th Percentile
$296,320
Average
$199,058
Range
$121,950 - $296,320
Sample Size
6,546
Last updated September 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Engineering Manager Compensation Trends

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

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Engineering Manager Salaries by Country

When it comes to geographic compensation for Engineering Manager roles, startups in 🇺🇸 United States lead the pack with competitive salaries averaging around $341,545 per year. Meanwhile, 🇨🇦 Canada shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $214,142 annually.

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $341,545
🇨🇦 Canada $214,142

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