Job Offer Comparison Calculator
Compare two job offers by total compensation, including salary, bonus, 401(k) match, health premiums, commute and paid time off.
Your numbers
- Offer A net value
- $92,600
- Offer B net value
- $92,800
- Salary
- Bonus
- 401(k) match
How the job offer comparison calculator works
Total value = salary + bonus + employer match − employee health premiums − commuting costs. We also show an approximate hourly value including commute time.
Example
Using the default inputs (Offer A salary: $90,000; Offer A bonus: $5,000; Offer A 401(k) match: $3,000; Offer A health premiums / yr: $2,400; Offer A commute cost / yr: $3,000; …), the calculator returns offer b is worth more by of $200. Change any field above to see your own result and charts update instantly.
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Frequently asked questions
What else matters?
Growth potential, culture, remote flexibility, equity and job security often outweigh small salary differences.
Is higher salary always better?
Not if costs of living, taxes or benefits erase the gap.
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