Total Compensation Builder — Base + Bonus + Equity + Benefits
Free total compensation calculator. Combine base, bonus, equity (with vesting), sign-on, and benefits into year-1 and steady-state TC. For comparing job offers.
Total Compensation Builder
Equity / year
$15,000
Total comp (year 1)
$172,000
Steady-state TC (year 2+)
$162,000
When comparing offers, normalise to steady-state TC — base + bonus + annualised equity + benefits. Sign-on bonuses are one-off; year-1 numbers flatter a weak base. Tax treatment of RSUs vs ISOs vs cash bonus also varies hugely.
How to compare offers honestly
Normalise to steady-state TC — base + bonus + annualised equity + benefits. Sign-on bonuses are one-off and flatter year-1 numbers. Tax treatment of RSUs vs ISOs vs cash bonus also varies hugely — factor that into your real take-home.
How to use the Total Compensation Builder
Takes about a minute. No signup, no download, your data stays in your browser.
- 1Open the tool. Scroll up to the Total Compensation Builder above — it loads instantly in your browser, no install needed.
- 2Enter your values. The fields come pre-filled with realistic defaults so you can see how it works — replace them with your own numbers.
- 3Read the result. The output updates instantly. Copy or share it — nothing is uploaded to a server, everything stays on your device.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about the Total Compensation Builder.
Is the Total Compensation Builder free to use?
Yes. The Total Compensation Builderon 7BusyBoss is completely free — no signup, no paywall, no usage cap.
Do I need to sign up to use the Total Compensation Builder?
No. The Total Compensation Builderworks instantly in your browser — no account needed. Signing in with Google is optional and only unlocks features like saving favorites and higher AI build limits.
Does the Total Compensation Builder work on mobile?
Yes. Every tool on 7BusyBoss is mobile-responsive and works in any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge — on phones, tablets and desktops.
Is my data safe when I use the Total Compensation Builder?
Yes. The Total Compensation Builderruns entirely in your browser — your inputs never leave your device unless the tool explicitly fetches public data (e.g. currency rates). We don't store the values you type.
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