Fair point, though I do believe it is reasonably common for a new grad that starts at FB, Google, etc. to have saved a million within 13 years. (An individual

Fair point, though I do believe it is reasonably common for a new grad that starts at FB, Google, etc. to have saved a million within 13 years. (An individual making $200k/year can readily save $80k/year) > My guess is most of what's self-reported as yearly equity is really just signing bonus equity that vests after 4 years and then you're back to making base salary. Generally, I think people would be reporting what they are going to make this year. (e.g. #shares vesting this year * value). Companies continually issue refresher equity as time goes on. At year 2, you'd be expected to be vesting significantly more equity than you did at your start date (especially if you have been promoted)