Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Sales Representative jobs in San Jose, CA

398 sales representatives employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $102,533 median · 41% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Sales Representative pay in San Jose, CA

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the San Jose metro. Half of Sales Representatives earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $78,120 $102,533 $123,685
25th$78,120 Median$102,533 75th$123,685 vs US41% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Sales Representative salary guide →

Sales Representative pay bands in San Jose by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Entry Level Sales Representative

Typical entry level band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$84,077–$125,705
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Sales Representative

Typical lead band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$93,305–$129,396
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Sales Representative

Typical entry level band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$91,767–$120,168
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Sales Representative

Typical mid level band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$88,691–$129,396
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Sales Representative

Typical staff band in San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$87,153–$112,786
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Sales Representative Career Ladder — San Jose Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to San Jose’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Sales Representative0–2 yrs$73,823
  2. Mid Sales Representative2–5 yrs$97,406
  3. Senior Sales Representative5–8 yrs$123,039
  4. Staff Sales Representative8–12 yrs$148,672
  5. Lead Sales Representative12+ yrs$174,306

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Sales Representative hiring market in San Jose

  • Target
  • Home Depot
  • Walmart
  • Costco
  • Amazon

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in San Jose post Sales Representative jobs

Employers in the San Jose metro typically post Sales Representative roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What San Jose Employers Actually Ask Sales Representatives

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Sales Representative in San Jose, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Sales Representative earn in San Jose, CA?
Median $102,533/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $78,120–$123,685. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Sales Representative jobs are there in San Jose?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 398 Sales Representative roles employed in the San Jose metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Jose employers use for Sales Representative?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Sales Representative jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Sales Representative openings in San Jose and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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