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Crypto Security Salaries

Median base
$175k
Typical range $149k - $207k · 2026 market estimate

How much does a crypto security 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.

Security pay by seniority

LevelBase salary+ tokens / equity (yr)
Junior$97k - $134k$7k - $20k
Mid$149k - $207k$11k - $32k
Senior$208k - $289k$31k - $92k
Lead / Head$283k - $392k$67k - $200k
Crypto salary calculator
Estimate base pay + token/equity for any role in crypto & web3.
Base salary
$149k - $207k
+ tokens / equity: $11k - $32k / yr typical
Total comp
$159k - $238k
median base ≈ $175k
Estimates based on 2026 crypto market data. Token/equity is highly stage-dependent, treat as indicative.
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