How Is Equity Compensation Distributed in Big Tech?

Cumulative share of equity and base pay by base pay rank, showing equity is more concentrated than wages among high earners.

Equity compensation is widespread among tech workers, but amplifies earnings inequality

Lorenz curves: Cumulative share of equity and base pay by base pay rank, showing equity is more concentrated than wages among high earners. — Figure 5. Cumulative share of equity and base pay by base pay rank, showing equity is more concentrated than wages among high earners. Source: Revelio Labs, August 2026

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