Accounting Cost in San Jose
Rate benchmarks for accountant services in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area. Based on BLS OES 2025 data.
Accountant — San Jose
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $104.85/hr | $2,097 | $4,194 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $143.83/hr | $2,877 | $5,753 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $212.97/hr | $4,259 | $8,519 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $302.49/hr | $6,050 | $12,100 |
Tax Preparer — San Jose
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $94.53/hr | $1,891 | $3,781 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $117.35/hr | $2,347 | $4,694 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $179.03/hr | $3,581 | $7,161 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $236.12/hr | $4,722 | $9,445 |
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