What are the main factors that influence a Software QA Engineer V'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 III (4-7 years)earns $115,279, a Software QA Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,123, a Software QA Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,674, a Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $178,856, a Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years)earns $122,139,

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

Software QA Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software QA Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $170,300, California $169,600, Massachusetts $167,300. 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: $176,700; Software Engineer V: $171,161; Software Quality Assurance Engineer V: $153,722; Network Software QA Engineer: $151,167; QA/Validation Engineer V: $150,390.

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Software QA Engineer V Salary in Delaware

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software QA Engineer V in Delaware is $155,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,539
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,500 to $177,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,482

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Software QA Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$177,600	$14,800	$3,415	$85
Average	$155,700	$12,975	$2,994	$75
25th Percentile	$142,500	$11,875	$2,740	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Software QA Engineer V Salaries

A Software QA Engineer 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 Software QA Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software QA Engineer 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:

Software QA Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,279
Software QA Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,123
Software QA Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,674
Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years): $178,856
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years): $122,139

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software QA Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,279
Software QA Engineer IV	7+ years	$133,123
Software QA Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,674
Software QA Engineer VI	10-12 years	$178,856
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor	12+ years	$122,139

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

District of Columbia: $170,300.
California: $169,600.
Massachusetts: $167,300.

District of Columbia $170,300 California $169,600 Massachusetts $167,300 Washington $166,700 New Jersey $166,700 Alaska $166,500 Connecticut $164,300 New York $163,500

Hawaii $160,700 Rhode Island $159,400 Maryland $158,600 Minnesota $157,400 Colorado $156,900 Illinois $156,700 Oregon $156,200 Delaware $155,700

New Hampshire $155,500 Virginia $154,800 Pennsylvania $153,100 Nevada $152,200 North Dakota $151,900 Michigan $151,400 Wisconsin $151,300 Vermont $150,900

Texas $150,000 Maine $149,900 Arizona $149,800 Ohio $149,700 Georgia $148,300 Indiana $147,600 Wyoming $147,500 Utah $147,300

Iowa $147,200 Kansas $146,400 Louisiana $146,200 North Carolina $146,100 Missouri $146,100 Florida $145,500 Montana $145,200 Nebraska $144,900

Kentucky $144,700 South Carolina $144,100 Tennessee $143,700 Idaho $143,500 New Mexico $142,400 Oklahoma $142,200 Alabama $141,300 South Dakota $139,800

Arkansas $138,900 West Virginia $138,500 Mississippi $137,100

Top Paying Cities for Software QA Engineer 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: $155,000
Little Creek: $156,200
Magnolia: $155,900

Lincoln, DE $155,000 Little Creek, DE $156,200 Magnolia, DE $155,900 Milford, DE $155,400 Marydel, DE $155,700 Millsboro, DE $154,400 Millville, DE $154,600 Milton, DE $154,900

Nassau, DE $155,000 Ocean View, DE $154,600 Rehoboth Beach, DE $154,900 Seaford, DE $155,000 Selbyville, DE $154,300 Smyrna, DE $156,300 Viola, DE $155,500 Woodside, DE $156,000

Bear, DE $155,600 Newark, DE $155,500 Claymont, DE $155,900 Delaware City, DE $155,700 Hockessin, DE $155,500 Kirkwood, DE $155,700 Middletown, DE $155,700 Montchanin, DE $155,600

New Castle, DE $155,600 Odessa, DE $155,800 Port Penn, DE $155,900 Rockland, DE $155,600 Saint Georges, DE $155,700 Townsend, DE $155,900 Winterthur, DE $155,600 Lewes, DE $154,900

Wilmington, DE $155,500 Dover, DE $156,200 Dover Afb, DE $155,300 Bethany Beach, DE $154,400 Bethel, DE $154,600 Bridgeville, DE $154,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $155,700 Cheswold, DE $156,100

Clayton, DE $156,100 Dagsboro, DE $154,300 Delmar, DE $154,100 Ellendale, DE $154,500 Felton, DE $155,400 Fenwick Island, DE $154,300 Frankford, DE $154,100 Frederica, DE $155,600

Georgetown, DE $154,300 Greenwood, DE $155,000 Harbeson, DE $154,400 Harrington, DE $155,200 Hartly, DE $155,700 Houston, DE $155,000 Kenton, DE $156,100 Laurel, DE $154,200

Yorklyn, DE $155,600

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

Understanding how a Software QA Engineer 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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$142,500

Average $155,700/year

$177,600

$11,875

Average $12,975/month

$14,800

$2,740

Average $2,994/week

$3,415

$69

Average $75/hour

$85

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$177,600	$14,800	$3,415	$85
Average	$155,700	$12,975	$2,994	$75
25th Percentile	$142,500	$11,875	$2,740	$69

Software QA Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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