S2/Ep11: How to Pay Competitively Across Geographic Markets

Based on David Weaver’s article on geographic pay, the discussion provides guidance on how to determine and implement geographic pay differentials. It emphasizes the importance of using reliable local compensation data to ensure competitive salaries across different geographic markets. The author recommends considering the cost of labor, rather than the cost of living, when making pay adjustments. Two methods for applying geographic pay differentials are discussed: applying the differential only to specific jobs or applying it to all jobs. Finally, the article stresses the importance of reviewing geographic salary structures regularly, particularly when employees transfer between locations with different pay structures.