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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Assurance Executive in Illinois is $249,280 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $120.
However, a Quality Assurance Executive's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Quality Assurance Executive Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $276,510 | $23,043 | $5,318 | $133 |
| Average | $249,280 | $20,773 | $4,794 | $120 |
| 25th Percentile | $227,520 | $18,960 | $4,375 | $109 |
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A Quality Assurance Executive'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 Quality Assurance Executive'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 |
|---|---|---|
| QA Analyst V | 7-10 years | $155,324 |
| Manager of Quality Assurance | 10+ years | $130,879 |
| Senior Manager of Quality Assurance | 10+ years | $165,731 |
| Director of Quality Assurance | 10+ years | $202,043 |
| Quality Assurance Executive | 10+ years | $249,277 |
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 Quality Assurance Executives. 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:
Quality Assurance Executive salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $279,055. While startup companies pay approximate $236,074.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $236,074 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $249,676 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $269,477 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $279,055 |
For Quality Assurance Executive roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Quality Assurance Executive positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Assurance Executive as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $311,600 | $150.0 | 25% |
| Internet | $299,136 | $144.0 | 20% |
| Energy & Utilities | $274,208 | $132.0 | 10% |
| Insurance | $274,208 | $132.0 | 10% |
| Telecom | $274,208 | $132.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Quality Assurance Executive'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 | $276,510 | $23,043 | $5,318 | $133 |
| Average | $249,280 | $20,773 | $4,794 | $120 |
| 25th Percentile | $227,520 | $18,960 | $4,375 | $109 |
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