As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SQL Analyst in San Jose, CA is $120,113, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,310 weekly, or $10,009 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SQL Analyst in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for SQL Analyst in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $95,128 to $143,057. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($107,035) and 75th percentile ($132,123), while top earners (90th percentile) make $143,057 per year. This $25,088 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 SQL Analyst often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 statewide for SQL Analyst 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
SQL Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $95,128 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $107,035 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $120,113 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $132,123 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $143,057 San Jose, CA January 01, 2026
25% $107,035 10% $95,128 90% $143,057 75% $132,123 $120,113 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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