This is the most common error people on HN make. This is not startup VS FAANG. A...

ryandrake · on Dec 21, 2020

> A small percentage of people make FAANG salary.

Also, keep in mind that only a small percentage of FAANG employees have the nosebleed-high comps people frequently quote here. So, we are talking about a small percentage of a small percentage.

logicslave · on Dec 22, 2020

300k a year is very standard for five years of experience.

Mauricebranagh · on Dec 21, 2020

Not if you compare like for like in say London FANG's pay very well even at the base salary.

glitchc · on Dec 21, 2020

In terms of total compensation, startups seem to be paying less than average.