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

A Software QA Manager's salary grows with experience: a Software QA Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $178,820, a Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years)earns $122,146, a Software QA Manager (12+ years)earns $139,393, a Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $168,458, a Software QA Director (12+ years)earns $193,618,

What are the highest paying states for a Software QA Manager?

Software QA Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software QA Manager roles are District of Columbia $152,410, California $151,830, Massachusetts $149,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Software QA Manager level roles vary by specialization: Software QA Director: $191,190; Software QA Engineer VI: $176,600; Software QA Senior Manager: $166,390; Software QA Engineer V: $153,700; Software QA Engineer IV: $131,500.

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Software QA Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software QA Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software QA Manager in Delaware is $139,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,727
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,510 to $150,040
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,685

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Software QA Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,040	$12,503	$2,885	$72
Average	$139,400	$11,617	$2,681	$67
25th Percentile	$127,510	$10,626	$2,452	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Software QA Manager Salaries

A Software QA Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software QA Manager'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 VI (10-12 years): $178,820
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor (12+ years): $122,146
Software QA Manager (12+ years): $139,393
Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager (12+ years): $168,458
Software QA Director (12+ years): $193,618

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software QA Engineer VI	10-12 years	$178,820
Software Testing and Quality Supervisor	12+ years	$122,146
Software QA Manager	12+ years	$139,393
Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager	12+ years	$168,458
Software QA Director	12+ years	$193,618

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

District of Columbia: $152,410.
California: $151,830.
Massachusetts: $149,800.

District of Columbia $152,410 California $151,830 Massachusetts $149,800 Washington $149,250 New Jersey $149,200 Alaska $149,010 Connecticut $147,110 New York $146,340

Hawaii $143,870 Rhode Island $142,720 Maryland $141,930 Minnesota $140,860 Colorado $140,440 Illinois $140,310 Oregon $139,780 Delaware $139,400

New Hampshire $139,160 Virginia $138,610 Pennsylvania $137,030 Nevada $136,230 North Dakota $135,970 Michigan $135,560 Wisconsin $135,410 Vermont $135,100

Texas $134,260 Maine $134,210 Arizona $134,130 Ohio $134,030 Georgia $132,760 Indiana $132,130 Wyoming $132,010 Utah $131,810

Iowa $131,730 Kansas $131,070 Louisiana $130,880 North Carolina $130,810 Missouri $130,780 Florida $130,240 Montana $129,960 Nebraska $129,680

Kentucky $129,530 South Carolina $128,980 Tennessee $128,630 Idaho $128,500 New Mexico $127,490 Oklahoma $127,270 Alabama $126,460 South Dakota $125,100

Arkansas $124,350 West Virginia $123,950 Mississippi $122,760

Top Paying Cities for Software QA Managers

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: $144,270
Little Creek: $142,940
Magnolia: $143,530

Lincoln, DE $144,270 Little Creek, DE $142,940 Magnolia, DE $143,530 Milford, DE $144,270 Marydel, DE $142,400 Millsboro, DE $144,270 Millville, DE $145,230 Milton, DE $144,270

Nassau, DE $144,270 Ocean View, DE $145,230 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,230 Seaford, DE $142,760 Selbyville, DE $145,230 Smyrna, DE $142,230 Viola, DE $143,530 Woodside, DE $143,110

Bear, DE $141,190 Newark, DE $141,240 Claymont, DE $141,350 Delaware City, DE $141,240 Hockessin, DE $141,350 Kirkwood, DE $141,240 Middletown, DE $141,940 Montchanin, DE $141,350

New Castle, DE $141,350 Odessa, DE $142,140 Port Penn, DE $140,860 Rockland, DE $141,350 Saint Georges, DE $141,240 Townsend, DE $141,930 Winterthur, DE $141,350 Lewes, DE $144,270

Wilmington, DE $141,350 Dover, DE $142,870 Dover Afb, DE $143,200 Bethany Beach, DE $145,230 Bethel, DE $142,760 Bridgeville, DE $144,270 Camden Wyoming, DE $143,020 Cheswold, DE $142,540

Clayton, DE $142,180 Dagsboro, DE $145,230 Delmar, DE $142,760 Ellendale, DE $144,270 Felton, DE $144,270 Fenwick Island, DE $145,230 Frankford, DE $145,230 Frederica, DE $144,270

Georgetown, DE $144,270 Greenwood, DE $144,270 Harbeson, DE $144,270 Harrington, DE $144,270 Hartly, DE $142,110 Houston, DE $144,270 Kenton, DE $142,180 Laurel, DE $142,760

Yorklyn, DE $141,350

Software QA Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software QA Manager'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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$127,510

Average $139,400/year

$150,040

$10,626

Average $11,617/month

$12,503

$2,452

Average $2,681/week

$2,885

$61

Average $67/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,040	$12,503	$2,885	$72
Average	$139,400	$11,617	$2,681	$67
25th Percentile	$127,510	$10,626	$2,452	$61

Software QA Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Software QA Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Software Testing and Quality Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $168,460 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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