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Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salary in Mississippi

How much does a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I make in Mississippi?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I in Mississippi is $61,183 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,538
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,993 to $66,603
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,447
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Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $66,603 $5,550 $1,281 $32
Average $61,183 $5,099 $1,177 $29
25th Percentile $53,993 $4,499 $1,038 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salaries

A Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I'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 Quality Assurance Methods Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I'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:

  • Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I (0-2 years): $61,169
  • Intermediate Quality Assurance Specialist (2-4 years): $74,357
  • QA Analyst III (4-7 years): $89,996
  • QA Analyst IV (7+ years): $112,279
  • QA Analyst V (7-10 years): $135,895
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I0-2 years$61,169
Intermediate Quality Assurance Specialist2-4 years$74,357
QA Analyst III4-7 years$89,996
QA Analyst IV7+ years$112,279
QA Analyst V7-10 years$135,895
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Top Paying Cities for Quality Assurance Methods Specialist Is

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:

  • Hillsboro: $60,043
  • Holly Bluff: $59,533
  • Kosciusko: $59,513

Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $68,491. While startup companies pay approximate $57,942.

Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$57,942
Growth Stage51~500$61,280
Established501~5000$66,140
Enterprise5000+$68,491

Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Quality Assurance Methods Specialist positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$79,538$38.030%
Energy & Utilities$76,479$37.025%
Financial Services$73,420$35.020%
Pharmaceuticals$73,420$35.020%
Software & Networking$73,420$35.020%

Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Quality Assurance Methods Specialist I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Intermediate Quality Assurance Specialist role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $74,400 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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