Job Offer Comparison Calculator
Compare two job offers by total pay, bonus, retirement match and health costs.
Look beyond the salary
Total compensation includes salary, bonus, employer retirement contributions and benefits, minus costs you pay such as health premiums. A higher salary can be worth less once everything is added.
Other factors
Also weigh commute, flexibility, growth, holidays and job security. Numbers help, but fit matters too.
Worked example
Last reviewed November 2026. Formulas are standard and shown in the sections above; results are estimates.
Tips and common mistakes
- Ask for the full benefits summary in writing.
- Value remote work and shorter commutes.
- Negotiate the offer, not just accept it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the bonus guaranteed?
Often not. Use a realistic percentage.
What about stock or equity?
Add its value to salary only if you can estimate it.
Pre or post tax?
Pre-tax, for a like-for-like comparison.
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