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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a QA Analyst IV in California is $138,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.
However, a QA Analyst IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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QA Analyst IV Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $145,200 | $12,100 | $2,792 | $70 |
| Average | $138,900 | $11,575 | $2,671 | $67 |
| 25th Percentile | $128,100 | $10,675 | $2,463 | $62 |
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A QA Analyst IV's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a QA Analyst IV's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Intermediate Quality Assurance Specialist | 2-4 years | $91,966 |
| QA Analyst III | 4-7 years | $111,309 |
| QA Analyst IV | 7+ years | $138,870 |
| QA Analyst V | 7-10 years | $168,078 |
| Manager of Quality Assurance | 10+ years | $141,626 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract QA Analyst IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
QA Analyst IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $155,491. While startup companies pay approximate $131,541.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $131,541 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $139,121 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $150,154 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $155,491 |
For QA Analyst IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 153% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 55% above the average. In contrast, QA Analyst positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view QA Analyst IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $215,295 | $104.0 | 55% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $201,405 | $97.0 | 45% |
| Financial Services | $194,460 | $93.0 | 40% |
| Biotechnology | $180,570 | $87.0 | 30% |
| Internet | $163,902 | $79.0 | 18% |
Understanding how a QA Analyst IV's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $145,200 | $12,100 | $2,792 | $70 |
| Average | $138,900 | $11,575 | $2,671 | $67 |
| 25th Percentile | $128,100 | $10,675 | $2,463 | $62 |
For a QA Analyst IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the QA Analyst V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $168,100 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.
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