Startup Project Lead Salary

Startups pay Project Leads a median salary of $155,294 per year. Based on 369 Project Lead job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $79,133 and $277,313, with an average of $167,681.

95th Percentile
$277,313
Average
$167,681
Range
$79,133 - $277,313
Sample Size
369
Last updated November 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Project Lead Compensation Trends

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

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Project Lead Salaries by Country

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $278,996

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