Accounting Cost in San Jose
Rate benchmarks for accountant services in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area. Data derived from BLS OES 2024.
Accountant — San Jose
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $102.16/hr | $2,043 | $4,086 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $143.74/hr | $2,875 | $5,750 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $216.61/hr | $4,332 | $8,664 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $307.96/hr | $6,159 | $12,319 |
Tax Preparer — San Jose
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $93.59/hr | $1,872 | $3,744 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $113.40/hr | $2,268 | $4,536 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $174.93/hr | $3,499 | $6,997 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $243.90/hr | $4,878 | $9,756 |
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