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Crypto Research Salaries

Median base
$145k
Typical range $115k - $162k · from 45 salary-disclosing listings we track · methodology

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.

Research pay by seniority

LevelBase salary+ tokens / equity (yr)
Junior$80k - $111k$6k - $17k
Mid$123k - $171k$9k - $26k
Senior$173k - $240k$25k - $76k
Lead / Head$234k - $325k$55k - $165k
Crypto salary calculator
Estimate base pay + token/equity for any role in crypto & web3.
Base salary
$123k - $171k
+ tokens / equity: $9k - $26k / yr typical
Total comp
$132k - $197k
median base ≈ $145k
Calibrated to the live median of 45 salary-disclosing Research listings we track. Token/equity is highly stage-dependent, treat as indicative.
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Open Research roles

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Corporate Actions Associate
DRW • Chicago

As a Corporate Actions Associate at DRW, you process global dividends and corporate events for the trading desk while partnering with…

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Investment Analyst Intern, Robinhood Ventures (Summer 2027)
Robinhood • Menlo Park, CA

As an Investment Analyst Intern at Robinhood Ventures, you evaluate late-stage investments and own core diligence workstreams, helping make…

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Campus Quantitative Researcher | Trading Team PhD/Postdoc (Full-Time)
Jump Trading • New York

As a Quantitative Researcher at Jump Trading, you develop predictive trading models using machine learning and statistical analysis…

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