Attorney Salary in San Jose, CA

The average Attorney in San Jose, CA earns $229,080 per year, with most salaries falling between $147,660 and $317,400. That's 38% above the national average of $166,000 for this role.

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Attorney pay by experience in San Jose, CA

ExperienceAverageTypical range
Entry-level$151,800$113,160 – $193,200
Mid-level$229,080$147,660 – $317,400
Senior$325,680$247,020 – $416,760
Staff / Lead$444,360$339,480 – $571,320
Executive$619,620$470,580 – $892,860

Salary percentiles (mid-level)

$189,060
$229,080
$274,620

Figures are modeled market estimates for San Jose, CA based on Earnable's salary dataset, updated 2026. Your actual pay depends on company, skills, and negotiation — look up your exact number.

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