As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Tissue Engineer in San Jose, CA is $90,165, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,734 weekly, or $7,514 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Tissue Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Tissue Engineer in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $78,335 to $105,271. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,973) and 75th percentile ($98,072), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,271 per year. This $14,099 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose Tissue Engineer often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 2 statewide for Tissue Engineer 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
Tissue Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tissue Engineer Salary $78,335 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Tissue Engineer Salary $83,973 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Tissue Engineer Salary $90,165 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Tissue Engineer Salary $98,072 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Tissue Engineer Salary $105,271 San Jose, CA April 01, 2026
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