85% are more likely to apply for jobs that disclose that information

According to a survey by ResumeBuilder.com, a majority of workers would demand to know the salary ranges for their jobs, with 88% saying they would demand to know the salary range if allowed under new salary transparency laws being enacted in some states.

The survey also found that 85% of workers said they are more likely to apply to job ads that list salary ranges. However, workers were split when it comes to what companies should be allowed when listing salary ranges. More than half, 58%, said companies should be able to list any salary range, no matter how wide, while 42% said salary ranges should have limits.

Stacie Haller, Career Counselor and Executive Recruiter at ResumeBuilder.com commented: “While applicants tend to favor companies that provide salary ranges in their job descriptions, displaying a very wide salary range does not help anyone. Companies that provide realistic and reasonable salary ranges can build trust with potential employees and attract more qualified candidates.”

Overall, 92% percent of American workers support salary transparency laws, according to the survey. Of supporters, 61% believe these laws will improve wage gaps, 58% believe they will make it easier for job applicants and 47% say they will boost transparency. However, 63% of respondents fear it will be problematic to know how much money their co-workers make.

The survey included 1,200 workers and was conducted online on Nov. 2.