How soon into dating do you talk about your salary?

In New York City, 20-somethings are debating the timing of revealing salaries during early relationships. Bringing up money too early can seem insensitive, but delaying it might mean planning a future with incomplete financial information. Willa Morton, 25, works in tech sales and has dated a company founder who earns more than she does. She believes salary discussions aren't necessary if one partner's spending habits indicate their income level. Their typical date costs around $200, usually covered by her partner, while she is more frugal. This reflects the ongoing dilemma of how to navigate financial transparency in dating without compromising intimacy or respect.