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Computer engineer salary in Santa Clara, CA

How much does a Computer Engineer make in Santa Clara, CA?

Average base salary

$139,336
39%
above national average
Average $139,336
Low $79,185
High $245,180

The average salary for a computer engineer is $139,336 per year in Santa Clara, CA. 2 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated April 7, 2026).

Computer Engineer job openings in Santa Clara, CA

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Academic Department Manager - ...
Santa Clara University4.4out of 5 stars.
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
2 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Computer Engineer in Santa Clara, CA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
NVIDIA
 
$207,125per year
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Highest paying cities for Computer Engineers near Santa Clara, CA

  1. San Francisco Bay Area, CA
    $164,405 per year
  2. Berkeley, CA
    $144,903 per year
  3. San Diego, CA
    $124,716 per year
  4. Port Hueneme, CA
    $119,663 per year
  5. Ridgecrest, CA
    $93,947 per year

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The average salary for a Computer Engineer is $139,336 per year in Santa Clara, CA. This figure is based on 2 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on April 7, 2026.

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Computer Engineer salaries in Santa Clara, CA typically range between a low of $79,185 and a high of $245,180 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Computer Engineer in Santa Clara, CA include San Francisco Bay Area, CA at $164,405 per year, Berkeley, CA at $144,903 per year, and San Diego, CA at $124,716 per year.