Is Zillow a good company to work for?

Zillow has an overall rating of 3.4 out of 5, based on over 2,694 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months. 54% of employees would recommend working at Zillow to a friend and 46% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Zillow have been left by employees working as Software Development Engineer , Senior Business Consultant and Sales Associate .

Does Zillow pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Zillow employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Zillow. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Zillow?

54% of Zillow employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Zillow 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Zillow?

Sales Executive (137) , Software Engineer (73) , Account Executive (69) , Inside Sales Consultant (69) , Mortgage Loan Officer (46) , Client Engagement Specialist (43) , Software Development Engineer (40) , Senior Software Engineer (35) , Connections Specialist (33) , Loan Officer (31) , Business Consultant (30) , Director (28) , Advisor (27) , Business Advisor (25) , Program Manager (25)

What are the pros of working at Zillow according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are great and helpful" ((in 362 reviews)); "Great people and mandatory fun (no joke)!" ((in 237 reviews)); "The company will consider input from all levels and fosters a great work life balance." ((in 173 reviews)); "Good pay and was remote." ((in 90 reviews)); "Great teammates and company culture." ((in 57 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Zillow according to real employee reviews?

"Senior leadership made some very poor choices in allowing the Zillow Offers biz to continue on." ((in 93 reviews)); "Massive layoffs out of the blue with no warning." ((in 61 reviews)); "If you have a good manager who doesn’t micro manager you will be great." ((in 52 reviews)); "Upper management seems adamant about providing the best work environment for their employees and has put forth much time and energy into this matter." ((in 26 reviews)); "No training was given." ((in 21 reviews))

What are employees saying about Zillow layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Zillow layoffs and their outlook for job security at Zillow in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Zillow locations?

Seattle , Irvine , Denver , New York , Overland Park , San Francisco , Atlanta , Centennial , Dallas , Scottsdale , Los Angeles , Phoenix , Chicago , Kansas City , Lincoln , San Diego , Austin , Cincinnati , Tampa , Orlando , Washington , Minneapolis , Houston , San Antonio , Portland , Kansas City , Texas City , Sacramento , Jacksonville , Miami

Zillow reviews

3.4

54% would recommend to a friend

(2,507 total reviews)

Jeremy Wacksman

57% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

Zillow has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 2,507 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Zillow employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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Reviews by job title

3K reviews

5.0

Sep 23, 2025

Great culture that’s lived. Mission that matters. Real impact.

Director, brand communications

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Four years in and I’ve never dreaded a Monday. Culture here is lived - people collaborate and rally around the mission to help more people get home and make their journey easier. Leadership “turns on the lights” with real transparency and a clear, steady vision. Cloud HQ (our work from where you work best model) has been a game-changer. “Remote” work actually feels connected here - I’m more productive, and when we meet in person it’s intentional and high-impact. We’re a tech company, AI is baked in, and we get the tech & tools to be most productive. I’m stretched (in a good way), my work makes a real impact, and I feel valued. I’d 1000% recommend. Five stars.

Cons

Not necessarily a con, just reality: it’s fast-paced. We think big and move fast. In a distributed work model like CloudHQ, you need proactive communication and self-management. It's not for everyone.

Zillow Response

8mo

We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the benefits and resources we offer. Seeing how teamwork and innovation show up in your experience means a lot to us. Your feedback helps us grow and continue building a stronger community together. Thank you for your review.

5.0

Sep 18, 2025

So glad I work here!

Product support

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fully remote, flexible work times, volunteer hours, diversity and inclusion initiatives, great benefits including company stock!

Cons

None that I can think of!

Zillow Response

8mo

We’re so glad to hear Cloud HQ is making a difference for you. Feedback like yours reminds us why we built it in the first place — to help people feel supported and able to do their best work. Thanks for taking the time to share that with us.

5.0

Sep 17, 2025

A career that offers flexibility, collaboration, autonomy, and innovation

Marketing specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

From day one, I’ve felt trusted to own my work and make meaningful decisions. Even in a distributed workforce, collaboration doesn’t take a back seat. I’ve been able to make strong connections with teammates across disciplines, and Cloud HQ gives us the space to deepen those relationships when we meet in person for events or zRetreats. The benefits are also best-in-class — thoughtful, comprehensive, and clearly designed with employees in mind. Zillow makes it possible to do meaningful work without sacrificing flexibility or well-being.

Cons

Not really a con, but with so many resources and programs available, it can take time to discover everything that’s offered. Once you do though, it’s worth it.

Zillow Response

8mo

We are thrilled to hear that you appreciate Zillow's Cloud HQ and the meaningful impact it has on how we work together. Your positive feedback means a lot to us, as it reinforces our dedication to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their best work. Thank you once again for sharing your thoughts.

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