As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PHP Developer in San Jose, CA is $92,189, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,773 weekly, or $7,682 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PHP Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PHP Developer in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $78,686 to $105,382. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,121) and 75th percentile ($99,095), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,382 per year. This $13,974 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Web Applications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose PHP Developer often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 statewide for PHP Developer 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
PHP Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $78,686 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $85,121 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $92,189 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $99,095 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile PHP Developer Salary $105,382 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25% $85,121 10% $78,686 90% $105,382 75% $99,095 $92,189 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    PHP Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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