What are the main factors that influence a Test Engineer II's salary?

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

How does experience change A Test Engineer 's salary?

A Test Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $71,998, a Test Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $80,990, a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,530, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,013, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,562,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Engineer II?

Test Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $88,547, California $88,211, Massachusetts $87,036. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Test Engineer V: $147,686; Test Engineer IV: $135,295; Test Engineer: $112,489; Senior Test Engineer: $112,190; Test Engineer III: $112,106.

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Test Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineer II in Delaware is $80,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Test Engineer II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,169
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,250 to $87,888
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,114

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Test Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,888	$7,324	$1,690	$42
Average	$80,990	$6,749	$1,557	$39
25th Percentile	$74,250	$6,188	$1,428	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineer II Salaries

A Test Engineer II'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 Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Test Engineer II'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:

Test Engineer I (0-2 years): $71,998
Test Engineer II (2-4 years): $80,990
Test Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,530
Test Engineer IV (7+ years): $137,013
Test Engineer V (7-10 years): $149,562

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Engineer I	0-2 years	$71,998
Test Engineer II	2-4 years	$80,990
Test Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,530
Test Engineer IV	7+ years	$137,013
Test Engineer V	7-10 years	$149,562

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How Do Test Engineer II 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 Test Engineer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,547.
California: $88,211.
Massachusetts: $87,036.

District of Columbia $88,547 California $88,211 Massachusetts $87,036 Washington $86,716 New Jersey $86,684 Alaska $86,572 Connecticut $85,468 New York $85,020

Hawaii $83,589 Rhode Island $82,917 Maryland $82,461 Minnesota $81,837 Colorado $81,597 Illinois $81,517 Oregon $81,214 Delaware $80,990

New Hampshire $80,849 Virginia $80,534 Pennsylvania $79,614 Nevada $79,150 North Dakota $78,998 Michigan $78,758 Wisconsin $78,670 Vermont $78,494

Texas $78,007 Maine $77,975 Arizona $77,927 Ohio $77,871 Georgia $77,135 Indiana $76,767 Wyoming $76,695 Utah $76,583

Iowa $76,535 Kansas $76,151 Louisiana $76,039 North Carolina $75,999 Missouri $75,983 Florida $75,671 Montana $75,503 Nebraska $75,344

Kentucky $75,256 South Carolina $74,936 Tennessee $74,736 Idaho $74,656 New Mexico $74,072 Oklahoma $73,944 Alabama $73,472 South Dakota $72,680

Arkansas $72,249 West Virginia $72,017 Mississippi $71,321

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineer IIs

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: $83,821
Little Creek: $83,045
Magnolia: $83,389

Lincoln, DE $83,821 Little Creek, DE $83,045 Magnolia, DE $83,389 Milford, DE $83,821 Marydel, DE $82,733 Millsboro, DE $83,821 Millville, DE $84,381 Milton, DE $83,821

Nassau, DE $83,821 Ocean View, DE $84,381 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,381 Seaford, DE $82,941 Selbyville, DE $84,381 Smyrna, DE $82,637 Viola, DE $83,389 Woodside, DE $83,149

Bear, DE $82,029 Newark, DE $82,061 Claymont, DE $82,125 Delaware City, DE $82,061 Hockessin, DE $82,125 Kirkwood, DE $82,061 Middletown, DE $82,469 Montchanin, DE $82,125

New Castle, DE $82,125 Odessa, DE $82,581 Port Penn, DE $81,837 Rockland, DE $82,125 Saint Georges, DE $82,061 Townsend, DE $82,461 Winterthur, DE $82,125 Lewes, DE $83,821

Wilmington, DE $82,125 Dover, DE $83,005 Dover Afb, DE $83,197 Bethany Beach, DE $84,381 Bethel, DE $82,941 Bridgeville, DE $83,821 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,093 Cheswold, DE $82,813

Clayton, DE $82,605 Dagsboro, DE $84,381 Delmar, DE $82,941 Ellendale, DE $83,821 Felton, DE $83,821 Fenwick Island, DE $84,381 Frankford, DE $84,381 Frederica, DE $83,821

Georgetown, DE $83,821 Greenwood, DE $83,821 Harbeson, DE $83,821 Harrington, DE $83,821 Hartly, DE $82,565 Houston, DE $83,821 Kenton, DE $82,605 Laurel, DE $82,941

Yorklyn, DE $82,125

Test Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Test Engineer II'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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$74,250

Average $80,990/year

$87,888

$6,188

Average $6,749/month

$7,324

$1,428

Average $1,557/week

$1,690

$36

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,888	$7,324	$1,690	$42
Average	$80,990	$6,749	$1,557	$39
25th Percentile	$74,250	$6,188	$1,428	$36

Test Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Test Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Test Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $113,530 - a projected growth of 40% over your current level.

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