Venture Capitalist Salary
Venture capitalists invest in startup companies with high growth potential, providing capital and strategic guidance.
Venture Capitalist Salary by Experience Level
Entry-level venture capitalists earn around $90,000 per year, while mid-career professionals earn $190,000. Senior-level venture capitalists can earn $480,000 or more.
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View Offers You Qualify For →Salary Percentile Breakdown
The salary range for venture capitalists varies significantly. The bottom 10% earn $85,000, while the top 10% earn $500,000.
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $85,000 |
| 25th Percentile | $125,000 |
| 50th Percentile (Median) | $185,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $320,000 |
| 90th Percentile | $500,000 |
Venture Capitalist Salary by State
Venture Capitalist salaries vary significantly by state due to cost of living, demand, and industry concentration. The highest paying state is Hawaii at $314,500, while Mississippi offers the lowest at $153,550.
| State | Median | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 Hawaii | $314,500 | Details → |
| #2 Massachusetts | $262,700 | Details → |
| #3 California | $255,300 | Details → |
| #4 New York | $247,900 | Details → |
| #5 Alaska | $229,400 | Details → |
| #6 New Jersey | $227,550 | Details → |
| #7 Connecticut | $222,000 | Details → |
| #8 Maryland | $212,750 | Details → |
| #9 Washington | $212,750 | Details → |
| #10 Oregon | $203,500 | Details → |
| #11 Virginia | $201,650 | Details → |
| #12 New Hampshire | $197,950 | Details → |
| #13 Rhode Island | $197,950 | Details → |
| #14 Delaware | $196,100 | Details → |
| #15 Colorado | $194,250 | Details → |
| #16 Illinois | $186,850 | Details → |
| #17 Vermont | $186,850 | Details → |
| #18 Pennsylvania | $185,000 | Details → |
| #19 Minnesota | $183,150 | Details → |
| #20 Florida | $181,300 | Details → |
| #21 Maine | $181,300 | Details → |
| #22 Arizona | $179,450 | Details → |
| #23 Nevada | $179,450 | Details → |
| #24 Utah | $179,450 | Details → |
| #25 Georgia | $175,750 | Details → |
| #26 Montana | $175,750 | Details → |
| #27 North Carolina | $175,750 | Details → |
| #28 Idaho | $173,900 | Details → |
| #29 New Mexico | $172,050 | Details → |
| #30 Nebraska | $170,200 | Details → |
| #31 Texas | $170,200 | Details → |
| #32 Wisconsin | $170,200 | Details → |
| #33 Wyoming | $170,200 | Details → |
| #34 Louisiana | $168,350 | Details → |
| #35 Indiana | $166,500 | Details → |
| #36 Michigan | $166,500 | Details → |
| #37 North Dakota | $166,500 | Details → |
| #38 Ohio | $166,500 | Details → |
| #39 Iowa | $164,650 | Details → |
| #40 South Carolina | $164,650 | Details → |
| #41 Tennessee | $164,650 | Details → |
| #42 Missouri | $162,800 | Details → |
| #43 South Dakota | $162,800 | Details → |
| #44 Alabama | $160,950 | Details → |
| #45 Kansas | $160,950 | Details → |
| #46 Kentucky | $160,950 | Details → |
| #47 Oklahoma | $159,100 | Details → |
| #48 Arkansas | $155,400 | Details → |
| #49 West Virginia | $155,400 | Details → |
| #50 Mississippi | $153,550 | Details → |
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Data shows Venture Capitalists who negotiate earn 7–15% more. A single negotiation could add $295,000 over your career trajectory.
Get Negotiation Scripts — $197 →Key Responsibilities
- ● Evaluate startup investment opportunities
- ● Conduct due diligence on potential investments
- ● Negotiate deal terms and valuations
- ● Advise portfolio companies on strategy
- ● Monitor portfolio company performance
Top Skills
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Outlook
Faster than average — projected 6% growth over the next decade
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