What are the main factors that influence a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor'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 Quality Assurance Supervisor's salary?

A Software Quality Assurance Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,536, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $178,723, a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor (12+ years)earns $122,158, a Software Quality Assurance Manager (12+ years)earns $139,398, a Software Quality Assurance Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $168,465,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor?

Software Quality Assurance Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Quality Assurance Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $133,557, California $133,050, Massachusetts $131,277. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Quality Assurance Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Software Quality Assurance Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Director: $191,173; Software Quality Assurance Senior Manager: $166,352; Software Quality Assurance Manager: $137,650; Software Testing and Quality Supervisor: $120,700; Quality Assurance Supervisor: $117,770.

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Software Quality Assurance Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor in Delaware is $122,158 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,386
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,108 to $129,605
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,048

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Software Quality Assurance Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,605	$10,800	$2,492	$62
Average	$122,158	$10,180	$2,349	$59
25th Percentile	$111,108	$9,259	$2,137	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Software Quality Assurance Supervisor Salaries

A Software Quality Assurance Supervisor'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 Quality Assurance Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor'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 Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,536
Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI (10-12 years): $178,723
Software Quality Assurance Supervisor (12+ years): $122,158
Software Quality Assurance Manager (12+ years): $139,398
Software Quality Assurance Senior Manager (12+ years): $168,465

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software Quality Assurance Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,536
Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI	10-12 years	$178,723
Software Quality Assurance Supervisor	12+ years	$122,158
Software Quality Assurance Manager	12+ years	$139,398
Software Quality Assurance Senior Manager	12+ years	$168,465

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How Do Software Quality Assurance Supervisor 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 Quality Assurance Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $133,557.
California: $133,050.
Massachusetts: $131,277.

District of Columbia $133,557 California $133,050 Massachusetts $131,277 Washington $130,795 New Jersey $130,747 Alaska $130,578 Connecticut $128,913 New York $128,238

Hawaii $126,078 Rhode Island $125,065 Maryland $124,377 Minnesota $123,437 Colorado $123,075 Illinois $122,954 Oregon $122,496 Delaware $122,158

New Hampshire $121,946 Virginia $121,470 Pennsylvania $120,083 Nevada $119,384 North Dakota $119,154 Michigan $118,792 Wisconsin $118,660 Vermont $118,394

Texas $117,659 Maine $117,610 Arizona $117,538 Ohio $117,454 Georgia $116,344 Indiana $115,789 Wyoming $115,680 Utah $115,511

Iowa $115,439 Kansas $114,860 Louisiana $114,691 North Carolina $114,631 Missouri $114,607 Florida $114,136 Montana $113,883 Nebraska $113,642

Kentucky $113,509 South Carolina $113,027 Tennessee $112,725 Idaho $112,604 New Mexico $111,724 Oklahoma $111,531 Alabama $110,819 South Dakota $109,625

Arkansas $108,974 West Virginia $108,624 Mississippi $107,574

Top Paying Cities for Software Quality Assurance Supervisors

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: $126,428
Little Creek: $125,258
Magnolia: $125,777

Lincoln, DE $126,428 Little Creek, DE $125,258 Magnolia, DE $125,777 Milford, DE $126,428 Marydel, DE $124,788 Millsboro, DE $126,428 Millville, DE $127,272 Milton, DE $126,428

Nassau, DE $126,428 Ocean View, DE $127,272 Rehoboth Beach, DE $127,272 Seaford, DE $125,101 Selbyville, DE $127,272 Smyrna, DE $124,643 Viola, DE $125,777 Woodside, DE $125,415

Bear, DE $123,726 Newark, DE $123,774 Claymont, DE $123,871 Delaware City, DE $123,774 Hockessin, DE $123,871 Kirkwood, DE $123,774 Middletown, DE $124,390 Montchanin, DE $123,871

New Castle, DE $123,871 Odessa, DE $124,558 Port Penn, DE $123,437 Rockland, DE $123,871 Saint Georges, DE $123,774 Townsend, DE $124,377 Winterthur, DE $123,871 Lewes, DE $126,428

Wilmington, DE $123,871 Dover, DE $125,198 Dover Afb, DE $125,487 Bethany Beach, DE $127,272 Bethel, DE $125,101 Bridgeville, DE $126,428 Camden Wyoming, DE $125,330 Cheswold, DE $124,908

Clayton, DE $124,595 Dagsboro, DE $127,272 Delmar, DE $125,101 Ellendale, DE $126,428 Felton, DE $126,428 Fenwick Island, DE $127,272 Frankford, DE $127,272 Frederica, DE $126,428

Georgetown, DE $126,428 Greenwood, DE $126,428 Harbeson, DE $126,428 Harrington, DE $126,428 Hartly, DE $124,534 Houston, DE $126,428 Kenton, DE $124,595 Laurel, DE $125,101

Yorklyn, DE $123,871

Software Quality Assurance Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor'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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$111,108

Average $122,158/year

$129,605

$9,259

Average $10,180/month

$10,800

$2,137

Average $2,349/week

$2,492

$53

Average $59/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,605	$10,800	$2,492	$62
Average	$122,158	$10,180	$2,349	$59
25th Percentile	$111,108	$9,259	$2,137	$53

Software Quality Assurance Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Software Quality Assurance Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $139,398 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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