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Crypto Research Salaries
Median base
$165k
Typical range $140k - $195k · 2026 market estimate
How much does a crypto research 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.