As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for C# Programmer in San Jose, CA is $151,960, equivalent to $73 per hour, $2,922 weekly, or $12,663 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for C# Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for C# Programmer in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $129,533 to $175,922. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($140,221) and 75th percentile ($164,502), while top earners (90th percentile) make $175,922 per year. This $24,281 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Application Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose C# Programmer often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 statewide for C# Programmer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
C# Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile C# Programmer Salary $129,533 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile C# Programmer Salary $140,221 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile C# Programmer Salary $151,960 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile C# Programmer Salary $164,502 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile C# Programmer Salary $175,922 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
25% $140,221 10% $129,533 90% $175,922 75% $164,502 $151,960 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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