Lawyer Salary in San Jose, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$204,138
Hourly Rate
$98.14
/hour
Jobs in Area
448
employed
Lawyer Salary Range in San Jose, CA
Annual Salary Range
$128k
10th percentile
$167k
25th
$251k
75th
$307k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $127,971 | $61.52 |
| 25th Percentile | $167,402 | $80.48 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $204,138 | $98.14 |
| 75th Percentile | $250,628 | $120.49 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $306,503 | $147.36 |
| Average (Mean) | $222,582 | $107.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Lawyer salary in San Jose, CA is $204,138 per year or $98.14 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How San Jose, CA Compares
vs National Average
$145,760
vs California Average
$145,343
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$113,536
Cost of living in San Jose, CA is 79.8% above the national average.
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