Compensation Guide

USA Private Equity Compensation Guide 2026

Private equity compensation varies by city, fund focus, and seniority. This guide outlines how pay is structured across the US market today.

Built from real US placement data, it benchmarks base salary and total compensation across private equity roles, segmented by geography and fund market.

Whether you are hiring or assessing your own market value, the guide provides a clear reference point for private equity compensation across the USA.

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