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Startup Counsel Salary

Startups pay Counselors a median salary of $134,136 per year. Based on 10,608 Counsel job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $63,606 and $273,889, with an average of $150,263.

95th Percentile
$273,889
Average
$150,263
Range
$63,606 - $273,889
Sample Size
10,608
Last updated September 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Counsel Compensation Trends

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

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Counsel Salaries by Country

When it comes to geographic compensation for Counsel roles, startups in 🇺🇸 United States lead the pack with competitive salaries averaging around $289,285 per year. Meanwhile, 🇨🇦 Canada shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $162,895 annually.

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $289,285
🇨🇦 Canada $162,895

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