Comcast

Comcast Corporation is a major multinational telecommunications and media company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1963, it has evolved from a small cable operator into one of the largest telecommunications firms in the world. Key milestones in its growth include the acquisition of AT&T Broadband in 2001, which made it the largest cable provider in the U.S., and the 2011 purchase of a majority stake in NBCUniversal, enhancing its media capabilities. In 2018, Comcast expanded its international presence by acquiring British broadcaster Sky. Under its consumer brand Xfinity, Comcast provides a wide range of services, including digital cable television, high-speed internet, digital voice telephone services, and mobile phone services. The company also operates in the media and entertainment sector through NBCUniversal, which includes television networks, film studios, and theme parks. Comcast serves residential consumers and businesses in the U.S. and select international markets, offering comprehensive communication solutions and access to a diverse array of content.

Telecommunications MIDDLE CITY WEST, United States ~46,521 employees NASDAQ: CMCSA

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Employees
46,521
+0.4% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$2.7M
Revenue ~$124B
Stock
CMCSA
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
5.9%
Tech: 6%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Comcast went from 45,535 employees in Oct 2024 to 46,521 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 1,057 people joined, 652 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other12,988
Engineering12,597
Operations7,179
Sales6,337
Success2,111
Finance1,739
Marketing1,693
HR950

Executive compensation

Comcast FAQ

How many employees does Comcast have?

Comcast has about 46,521 employees, up 0.4% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

What is Comcast's revenue per employee?

Comcast makes about $2.66M in revenue per employee, based on $123.73B annual revenue and 46,521 employees.

How much does Comcast pay?

6figr has 812 salary profiles for Comcast in the US and 94 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Comcast salaries page. See Comcast salaries in the US

Is Comcast a public company?

Yes. Comcast is publicly traded under the ticker CMCSA on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.