What are the main factors that influence a QA Analyst V's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for QA Analyst V?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for QA Analyst V roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A QA Analyst 's salary?

A QA Analyst 's salary grows with experience: a QA Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $102,197, a QA Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $127,501, a QA Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $154,318, a Manager of Quality Assurance (10+ years)earns $130,032, a Senior Manager of Quality Assurance (10+ years)earns $164,658,

What are the highest paying states for a QA Analyst V?

QA Analyst V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for QA Analyst V roles are District of Columbia $168,800, California $168,100, Massachusetts $165,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of QA Analyst roles make?

Salaries for QA Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Software QA Engineer V: $153,800; QA/Validation Engineer V: $150,390; Lead QA Analyst: $127,581; QA Analyst IV: $126,000; QA Analyst III: $101,000.

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QA Analyst V Salary in Delaware

How much does a QA Analyst V make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a QA Analyst V in Delaware is $154,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

However, a QA Analyst V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,200
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,700 to $161,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $143,510

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QA Analyst V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,100	$13,425	$3,098	$77
Average	$154,400	$12,867	$2,969	$74
25th Percentile	$148,700	$12,392	$2,860	$71

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Key Factors That Influence QA Analyst V Salaries

A QA Analyst V'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.

How Experience Level Affects QA Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a QA Analyst V'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:

QA Analyst III (4-7 years): $102,197
QA Analyst IV (7+ years): $127,501
QA Analyst V (7-10 years): $154,318
Manager of Quality Assurance (10+ years): $130,032
Senior Manager of Quality Assurance (10+ years): $164,658

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
QA Analyst III	4-7 years	$102,197
QA Analyst IV	7+ years	$127,501
QA Analyst V	7-10 years	$154,318
Manager of Quality Assurance	10+ years	$130,032
Senior Manager of Quality Assurance	10+ years	$164,658

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How Do QA Analyst V Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $168,800.
California: $168,100.
Massachusetts: $165,900.

District of Columbia $168,800 California $168,100 Massachusetts $165,900 Washington $165,300 New Jersey $165,200 Alaska $165,000 Connecticut $162,900 New York $162,000

Hawaii $159,300 Rhode Island $158,000 Maryland $157,200 Minnesota $156,000 Colorado $155,500 Illinois $155,400 Oregon $154,800 Delaware $154,400

New Hampshire $154,100 Virginia $153,500 Pennsylvania $151,700 Nevada $150,900 North Dakota $150,600 Michigan $150,100 Wisconsin $149,900 Vermont $149,600

Texas $148,700 Maine $148,600 Arizona $148,500 Ohio $148,400 Georgia $147,000 Indiana $146,300 Wyoming $146,200 Utah $146,000

Iowa $145,900 Kansas $145,100 Louisiana $144,900 North Carolina $144,900 Missouri $144,800 Florida $144,200 Montana $143,900 Nebraska $143,600

Kentucky $143,400 South Carolina $142,800 Tennessee $142,500 Idaho $142,300 New Mexico $141,200 Oklahoma $140,900 Alabama $140,000 South Dakota $138,500

Arkansas $137,700 West Virginia $137,300 Mississippi $135,900

Top Paying Cities for QA Analyst Vs

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:

Lincoln: $153,700
Little Creek: $154,800
Magnolia: $154,600

Lincoln, DE $153,700 Little Creek, DE $154,800 Magnolia, DE $154,600 Milford, DE $154,100 Marydel, DE $154,300 Millsboro, DE $153,000 Millville, DE $153,300 Milton, DE $153,500

Nassau, DE $153,600 Ocean View, DE $153,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $153,500 Seaford, DE $153,600 Selbyville, DE $153,000 Smyrna, DE $154,900 Viola, DE $154,200 Woodside, DE $154,600

Bear, DE $154,200 Newark, DE $154,200 Claymont, DE $154,500 Delaware City, DE $154,300 Hockessin, DE $154,200 Kirkwood, DE $154,300 Middletown, DE $154,400 Montchanin, DE $154,200

New Castle, DE $154,200 Odessa, DE $154,500 Port Penn, DE $154,600 Rockland, DE $154,200 Saint Georges, DE $154,300 Townsend, DE $154,600 Winterthur, DE $154,200 Lewes, DE $153,600

Wilmington, DE $154,200 Dover, DE $154,800 Dover Afb, DE $154,000 Bethany Beach, DE $153,100 Bethel, DE $153,200 Bridgeville, DE $153,600 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,400 Cheswold, DE $154,700

Clayton, DE $154,800 Dagsboro, DE $153,000 Delmar, DE $152,700 Ellendale, DE $153,200 Felton, DE $154,100 Fenwick Island, DE $153,000 Frankford, DE $152,700 Frederica, DE $154,200

Georgetown, DE $152,900 Greenwood, DE $153,600 Harbeson, DE $153,100 Harrington, DE $153,900 Hartly, DE $154,300 Houston, DE $153,600 Kenton, DE $154,800 Laurel, DE $152,800

Yorklyn, DE $154,200

QA Analyst V Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

QA Analyst V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $172,842. While startup companies pay approximate $146,220.

QA Analyst V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$146,220
Growth Stage	51~500	$154,645
Established	501~5000	$166,910
Enterprise	5000+	$172,842

QA Analyst V Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For QA Analyst V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 46% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, QA Analyst positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view QA Analyst V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a QA Analyst V

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$188,368	$91.0	22%
Energy & Utilities	$182,192	$88.0	18%
Financial Services	$177,560	$85.0	15%
Insurance	$177,560	$85.0	15%
Biotechnology	$172,928	$83.0	12%

QA Analyst V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a QA Analyst V'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.

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$148,700

Average $154,400/year

$161,100

$12,392

Average $12,867/month

$13,425

$2,860

Average $2,969/week

$3,098

$71

Average $74/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,100	$13,425	$3,098	$77
Average	$154,400	$12,867	$2,969	$74
25th Percentile	$148,700	$12,392	$2,860	$71

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For a QA Analyst V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Manager of Quality Assurance role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $130,100 - a projected growth of -16% over your current level.

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QA Analyst V Salary in Delaware

How much does a QA Analyst V make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence QA Analyst V Salaries

How Experience Level Affects QA Analyst Salaries?

How Do QA Analyst V Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for QA Analyst Vs

QA Analyst V Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

QA Analyst V Salary by Company Size

QA Analyst V Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a QA Analyst V

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QA Analyst V Salary Growth & Career Path

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