How much does a crypto non-tech make? Base pay in crypto & web3 is competitive with big tech, and most teams add a meaningful token or equity grant on top, which can move total compensation well above the base, especially at earlier-stage companies. Figures below are annual base salary in USD; token/equity is shown separately because it’s highly stage-dependent.
Non-Tech pay by seniority
LevelBase salary+ tokens / equity (yr)
Junior$50k - $69k$4k - $11k
Mid$77k - $106k$5k - $16k
Senior$107k - $149k$16k - $47k
Lead / Head$145k - $202k$34k - $103k
Crypto salary calculator
Estimate base pay + token/equity for any role in crypto & web3.
Base salary
$77k - $106k
+ tokens / equity: $5k - $16k / yr typical
Total comp
$82k - $122k
median base ≈ $90k
Estimates based on 2026 crypto market data. Token/equity is highly stage-dependent, treat as indicative.
