What are the main factors that influence a Software QA Engineer IV's salary?

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

How does experience change A Software QA Engineer 's salary?

A Software QA Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Software QA Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,083, a Software QA Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,281, a Software QA Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,117, a Software QA Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,609, a Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $178,789,

What are the highest paying states for a Software QA Engineer IV?

Software QA Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software QA Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $145,600, California $145,000, Massachusetts $143,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software QA Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Software QA Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software QA Engineer VI: $176,600; Software QA Engineer V: $153,700; Network Software QA Engineer: $151,136; Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV: $131,448; QA Engineer IV: $128,825.

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Software QA Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software QA Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software QA Engineer IV in Delaware is $133,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

However, a Software QA Engineer IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,821
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,200 to $141,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,006

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Software QA Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,900	$11,825	$2,729	$68
Average	$133,200	$11,100	$2,562	$64
25th Percentile	$124,200	$10,350	$2,388	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Software QA Engineer IV Salaries

A Software QA Engineer 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.

How Experience Level Affects Software QA Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software QA Engineer 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:

Software QA Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,083
Software QA Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,281
Software QA Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,117
Software QA Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,609
Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years): $178,789

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software QA Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,083
Software QA Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,281
Software QA Engineer IV	7+ years	$133,117
Software QA Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,609
Software QA Engineer VI	10-12 years	$178,789

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How Do Software QA Engineer IV 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 Software QA Engineer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $145,600.
California: $145,000.
Massachusetts: $143,100.

District of Columbia $145,600 California $145,000 Massachusetts $143,100 Washington $142,600 New Jersey $142,500 Alaska $142,300 Connecticut $140,500 New York $139,800

Hawaii $137,400 Rhode Island $136,300 Maryland $135,600 Minnesota $134,600 Colorado $134,200 Illinois $134,000 Oregon $133,500 Delaware $133,200

New Hampshire $132,900 Virginia $132,400 Pennsylvania $130,900 Nevada $130,100 North Dakota $129,900 Michigan $129,500 Wisconsin $129,400 Vermont $129,100

Texas $128,300 Maine $128,200 Arizona $128,100 Ohio $128,000 Georgia $126,800 Indiana $126,200 Wyoming $126,100 Utah $125,900

Iowa $125,800 Kansas $125,200 Louisiana $125,000 North Carolina $125,000 Missouri $124,900 Florida $124,400 Montana $124,200 Nebraska $123,900

Kentucky $123,700 South Carolina $123,200 Tennessee $122,900 Idaho $122,800 New Mexico $121,800 Oklahoma $121,600 Alabama $120,800 South Dakota $119,500

Arkansas $118,800 West Virginia $118,400 Mississippi $117,300

Top Paying Cities for Software QA Engineer IVs

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: $137,800
Little Creek: $136,500
Magnolia: $137,100

Lincoln, DE $137,800 Little Creek, DE $136,500 Magnolia, DE $137,100 Milford, DE $137,800 Marydel, DE $136,000 Millsboro, DE $137,800 Millville, DE $138,700 Milton, DE $137,800

Nassau, DE $137,800 Ocean View, DE $138,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $138,700 Seaford, DE $136,400 Selbyville, DE $138,700 Smyrna, DE $135,900 Viola, DE $137,100 Woodside, DE $136,700

Bear, DE $134,900 Newark, DE $134,900 Claymont, DE $135,000 Delaware City, DE $134,900 Hockessin, DE $135,000 Kirkwood, DE $134,900 Middletown, DE $135,600 Montchanin, DE $135,000

New Castle, DE $135,000 Odessa, DE $135,800 Port Penn, DE $134,600 Rockland, DE $135,000 Saint Georges, DE $134,900 Townsend, DE $135,600 Winterthur, DE $135,000 Lewes, DE $137,800

Wilmington, DE $135,000 Dover, DE $136,500 Dover Afb, DE $136,800 Bethany Beach, DE $138,700 Bethel, DE $136,400 Bridgeville, DE $137,800 Camden Wyoming, DE $136,600 Cheswold, DE $136,200

Clayton, DE $135,800 Dagsboro, DE $138,700 Delmar, DE $136,400 Ellendale, DE $137,800 Felton, DE $137,800 Fenwick Island, DE $138,700 Frankford, DE $138,700 Frederica, DE $137,800

Georgetown, DE $137,800 Greenwood, DE $137,800 Harbeson, DE $137,800 Harrington, DE $137,800 Hartly, DE $135,800 Houston, DE $137,800 Kenton, DE $135,800 Laurel, DE $136,400

Yorklyn, DE $135,000

Software QA Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software QA Engineer 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.

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$124,200

Average $133,200/year

$141,900

$10,350

Average $11,100/month

$11,825

$2,388

Average $2,562/week

$2,729

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Average $64/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,900	$11,825	$2,729	$68
Average	$133,200	$11,100	$2,562	$64
25th Percentile	$124,200	$10,350	$2,388	$60

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