As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Social Media Strategist in San Jose, CA is $97,788, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,881 weekly, or $8,149 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Social Media Strategist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Social Media Strategist in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $76,903 to $114,502. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,856) and 75th percentile ($106,537), while top earners (90th percentile) make $114,502 per year. This $19,681 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Insight or Marketing Communications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

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

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Social Media Strategist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Social Media Strategist Salary $76,903 San Jose, CA August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Social Media Strategist Salary $86,856 San Jose, CA August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Social Media Strategist Salary $97,788 San Jose, CA August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Social Media Strategist Salary $106,537 San Jose, CA August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Social Media Strategist Salary $114,502 San Jose, CA August 01, 2025
25% $86,856 10% $76,903 90% $114,502 75% $106,537 $97,788 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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