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Individual Contributor

Average Individual Contributor Salary

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$94,013
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$68k
MEDIAN
$94k
90%
$137k

The average salary for an Individual Contributor is $94,013 in 2025

Base Salary
$68k - $137k
Bonus
$1k - $16k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $22k
Commission
$291 - $36k
Total Pay
$63k - $143k
Based on 48,482 salary profiles (last updated Sep 04 2024)
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3.8 out of 5
(3,591)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Individual Contributor

Medical
90%
Dental
81%
Vision
75%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Individual Contributors

Male
79.9%
Female
18.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 13,269 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Individual Contributors

What is the highest pay for Individual Contributors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Individual Contributor is $137k / year

What is the lowest pay for Individual Contributors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Individual Contributor is $68k / year

How can Individual Contributors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Individual Contributor is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Individual Contributor that oversees more junior Individual Contributors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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