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Updated 14 Apr, 2025

Overall Rating

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4.4/5
based on 211 reviews
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19% above industry's average

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Rating Distribution

Star
5

139 (65.9%)

Star
4

39 (18.5%)

Star
3

15 (7.1%)

Star
2

6 (2.8%)

Star
1

12 (5.7%)

Category Ratings

4.2
Work-Life Balance
4.1
Company Culture
4.1
Skill Development
4.1
Work Satisfaction
4.0
Salary
3.8
Promotions
3.6
Job Security

What employees say about Upwork?

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Workplace insights

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Permanent work from home

83% employees reported

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Monday to Friday

58% employees reported

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Flexible timing

93% employees reported

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No travel

82% employees reported

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Gender based rating

4.5
female

Rated by Women

65 reviews

4.3
male

Rated by Men

128 reviews

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Is Upwork a good place to work for?
The experience of working at any company can vary based on factors like team, manager, role, company policy etc. However, with an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 from over 211 employee reviews, it's clear that most employees have a positive experience working at Upwork. Work-Life balance holds the highest rating at 4.2, while job security is rated the lowest amongst all factors at 3.6. Read reviews about work-life balance and job security on AmbitionBox.
How does Upwork’s employee rating compare to the industry average?
Upwork’s employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 exceeds the industry average of 3.7 out of 5 for companies within the Internet sector. This rating reflects that Upwork generally provides a better employee experience compared to many of its industry peers, indicating stronger overall satisfaction among its workforce.
Does Upwork pay their employees well?
According to AmbitionBox reviews, Upwork employees rate their salary and benefits at 4.0 out of 5, based on 211 reviews. The rating reflects a high level of satisfaction among employees regarding compensation and benefits, indicating that Upwork is generally seen as a place that values and rewards its workforce fairly. You can know more about Upwork salaries here and to read reviews specifically about salary and benefits at Upwork, click here .
How is the work culture at Upwork?
Work culture at Upwork is rated 4.1 out of 5 by 211 employees on AmbitionBox, indicating a generally positive environment. Work culture encompasses aspects like collaboration, support, and overall employee satisfaction. The strong rating reflects a supportive and engaging atmosphere at Upwork.
How is the job security at Upwork?
Based on 211 reviews on AmbitionBox, Upwork employees rate job security at 3.6 out of 5. This lower rating indicates that a significant number of employees may have concerns about their job stability and the reliability of their roles at Upwork. To read reviews about job security at Upwork, click here .
Is work from home available at Upwork?
According to AmbitionBox, 83% of Upwork employees work from home permanently, 4% work from the office, and 13% follow a hybrid model, based on 23 reviews in the last 6 months. This reflects a flexible approach to work arrangements. To read reviews specifically about work-life balance, click here.

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Employee Benefits at Upwork

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