How Is Equity Compensation Distributed in Big Tech?

Share of total compensation received by the top 1% of earners, ranked by their respective compensation type, comparing wage and equity concentration.

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

Bar chart: Share of total compensation received by the top 1% of earners, ranked by their respective compensation type, comparing wage and equity concentration. — Figure 6. Share of total compensation received by the top 1% of earners, ranked by their respective compensation type, comparing wage and equity concentration. Source: Revelio Labs, August 2026

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