Bookkeeper Salary in San Jose, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$69,475
Hourly Rate
$33.40
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,495
employed
Bookkeeper Salary Range in San Jose, CA
Annual Salary Range
$45k
10th percentile
$56k
25th
$83k
75th
$101k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $44,650 | $21.47 |
| 25th Percentile | $55,565 | $26.71 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $69,475 | $33.40 |
| 75th Percentile | $83,173 | $39.99 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $101,133 | $48.62 |
| Average (Mean) | $74,114 | $35.63 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Bookkeeper salary in San Jose, CA is $69,475 per year or $33.40 per hour as of 2024. 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 2024. The geographic area covered is the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How San Jose, CA Compares
vs National Average
$49,860
vs California Average
$46,971
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$38,640
Cost of living in San Jose, CA is 79.8% above the national average.
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