Retail Sales Associate salary in San Jose Sunnyvale Santa Clara, CA

How much does a Retail Sales Associate make in San Jose Sunnyvale Santa Clara, CA?

Median base salary

Government data

$36,260

Median $36,260
Low $32,226High $47,806

Based on 18,340 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA (updated July 31, 2026).

Adjusted down 18% for entry-level roles, because this occupation's wage data is published for all experience levels combined.

Salary range

10th percentile
$32,226
25th percentile
$33,604
75th percentile
$38,548
90th percentile
$47,806

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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