How much does a Lieutenant make in San Jose, CA? The average Lieutenant salary in San Jose, CA is $137,435 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $119,620 and $143,968. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $119,620 10% $103,401 90% $149,916 75% $143,968 $137,435 50%(Median)
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Albany Medical Center - ALBANY , NY
Job Description. Department/Unit. Security. Work Shift. Evening (United States of America). Salary Range. $65,102.17 - $100,908.37. The Security Lieutenant dire
- 7 days ago
Position Overview: As a Protective Security Officer Lieutenant serving on a Federal Government contract, you will be responsible for not only maintaining securi
- 1 day ago
Good Shepherd Services, Ltd. - SEYMOUR , WI
$10K Hiring Bonus - Registered Nurse (RN). $2.00 for Shift Differential. Located in Seymour, WI 15-20 minutes from Green Bay or Appleton. Good Shepherd Home has
- 3 days ago
Lawrence Rehabilitation Hospital - TOWNSHIP OF LAWRENCE , NJ
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. Full-Time - Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. Come join the amazing team at Lawrence Rehabilitation hospital and see why
- 3 days ago
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- 4 days ago
Franciscan Villa - SOUTH MILWAUKEE , WI
Advance Your Career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Franciscan Villa. Looking for a workplace that truly values your skills and dedication. At Franciscan
- 4 days ago

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119620
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Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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143968
137435
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lieutenant in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Lieutenant ranges from $119,620 to $143,968 with the average base salary of $137,435. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $119,912 to $143,968 with the average total cash compensation of $137,435.

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About San Jose, California    San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, th....More

San Jose, California  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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