As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SAS Programmer in San Jose, CA is $143,039, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,751 weekly, or $11,920 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SAS Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for SAS Programmer in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $118,725 to $172,134. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,312) and 75th percentile ($158,268), while top earners (90th percentile) make $172,134 per year. This $27,956 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Statistical Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose SAS Programmer often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 statewide for SAS 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
SAS Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $118,725 San Jose, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $130,312 San Jose, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $143,039 San Jose, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $158,268 San Jose, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $172,134 San Jose, CA February 01, 2026
25% $130,312 10% $118,725 90% $172,134 75% $158,268 $143,039 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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