What are the main factors that influence a Software QA Engineer VI'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 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, a Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years)earns $122,150, a Software QA Manager (12+ years)earns $139,395,

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

Software QA Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software QA Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $195,500, California $194,800, Massachusetts $192,200. 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: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $221,265; Engineer VI: $187,059; Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI: $176,547; Software QA Engineer V: $153,700; Network Software QA Engineer: $151,136.

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Software QA Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software QA Engineer VI in Delaware is $178,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,161
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,300 to $183,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,919

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Software QA Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,700	$15,308	$3,533	$88
Average	$178,800	$14,900	$3,438	$86
25th Percentile	$166,300	$13,858	$3,198	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Software QA Engineer VI Salaries

A Software QA Engineer VI'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 VI'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 IV (7+ years): $133,117
Software QA Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,609
Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years): $178,789
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years): $122,150
Software QA Manager (12+ years): $139,395

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor	12+ years	$122,150
Software QA Manager	12+ years	$139,395

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

District of Columbia: $195,500.
California: $194,800.
Massachusetts: $192,200.

District of Columbia $195,500 California $194,800 Massachusetts $192,200 Washington $191,500 New Jersey $191,400 Alaska $191,200 Connecticut $188,700 New York $187,700

Hawaii $184,600 Rhode Island $183,100 Maryland $182,100 Minnesota $180,700 Colorado $180,200 Illinois $180,000 Oregon $179,300 Delaware $178,800

New Hampshire $178,500 Virginia $177,800 Pennsylvania $175,800 Nevada $174,800 North Dakota $174,400 Michigan $173,900 Wisconsin $173,700 Vermont $173,300

Texas $172,300 Maine $172,200 Arizona $172,100 Ohio $172,000 Georgia $170,300 Indiana $169,500 Wyoming $169,400 Utah $169,100

Iowa $169,000 Kansas $168,200 Louisiana $167,900 North Carolina $167,800 Missouri $167,800 Florida $167,100 Montana $166,700 Nebraska $166,400

Kentucky $166,200 South Carolina $165,500 Tennessee $165,000 Idaho $164,900 New Mexico $163,600 Oklahoma $163,300 Alabama $162,200 South Dakota $160,500

Arkansas $159,500 West Virginia $159,000 Mississippi $157,500

Top Paying Cities for Software QA Engineer VIs

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: $185,100
Little Creek: $183,400
Magnolia: $184,100

Lincoln, DE $185,100 Little Creek, DE $183,400 Magnolia, DE $184,100 Milford, DE $185,100 Marydel, DE $182,700 Millsboro, DE $185,100 Millville, DE $186,300 Milton, DE $185,100

Nassau, DE $185,100 Ocean View, DE $186,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $186,300 Seaford, DE $183,100 Selbyville, DE $186,300 Smyrna, DE $182,500 Viola, DE $184,100 Woodside, DE $183,600

Bear, DE $181,100 Newark, DE $181,200 Claymont, DE $181,300 Delaware City, DE $181,200 Hockessin, DE $181,300 Kirkwood, DE $181,200 Middletown, DE $182,100 Montchanin, DE $181,300

New Castle, DE $181,300 Odessa, DE $182,400 Port Penn, DE $180,700 Rockland, DE $181,300 Saint Georges, DE $181,200 Townsend, DE $182,100 Winterthur, DE $181,300 Lewes, DE $185,100

Wilmington, DE $181,300 Dover, DE $183,300 Dover Afb, DE $183,700 Bethany Beach, DE $186,300 Bethel, DE $183,100 Bridgeville, DE $185,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,500 Cheswold, DE $182,900

Clayton, DE $182,400 Dagsboro, DE $186,300 Delmar, DE $183,100 Ellendale, DE $185,100 Felton, DE $185,100 Fenwick Island, DE $186,300 Frankford, DE $186,300 Frederica, DE $185,100

Georgetown, DE $185,100 Greenwood, DE $185,100 Harbeson, DE $185,100 Harrington, DE $185,100 Hartly, DE $182,300 Houston, DE $185,100 Kenton, DE $182,400 Laurel, DE $183,100

Yorklyn, DE $181,300

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

Understanding how a Software QA Engineer VI'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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$166,300

Average $178,800/year

$183,700

$13,858

Average $14,900/month

$15,308

$3,198

Average $3,438/week

$3,533

$80

Average $86/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,700	$15,308	$3,533	$88
Average	$178,800	$14,900	$3,438	$86
25th Percentile	$166,300	$13,858	$3,198	$80

Software QA Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Software QA Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Software Testing and Quality Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $122,200 - a projected growth of -32% over your current level.

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