As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in San Jose, CA is $74,426, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,431 weekly, or $6,202 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Data Programmer in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $65,051 to $85,543. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,519) and 75th percentile ($80,245), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,543 per year. This $10,726 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose Data Programmer often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 statewide for Data 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
Data Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $65,051 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $69,519 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $74,426 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $80,245 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $85,543 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25% $69,519 10% $65,051 90% $85,543 75% $80,245 $74,426 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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