What are the main factors that influence a Test Engineer IV'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 II (2-4 years)earns $80,988, a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,541, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,028, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,555, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $107,500,

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

Test Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $149,815, California $149,247, Massachusetts $147,258. 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: Reservoir Engineer IV: $230,106; Database Engineer IV: $144,408; Electrical Test Engineer IV: $143,803; General Engineer IV: $140,190; Engineer IV: $140,147.

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Test Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineer IV in Delaware is $137,028 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,673
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,750 to $147,311
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,482

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Test Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,311	$12,276	$2,833	$71
Average	$137,028	$11,419	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$125,750	$10,479	$2,418	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineer IV Salaries

A Test Engineer IV'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 IV'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 II (2-4 years): $80,988
Test Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,541
Test Engineer IV (7+ years): $137,028
Test Engineer V (7-10 years): $149,555
Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $107,500

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Engineer II	2-4 years	$80,988
Test Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,541
Test Engineer IV	7+ years	$137,028
Test Engineer V	7-10 years	$149,555
Test Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$107,500

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

District of Columbia: $149,815.
California: $149,247.
Massachusetts: $147,258.

District of Columbia $149,815 California $149,247 Massachusetts $147,258 Washington $146,717 New Jersey $146,663 Alaska $146,473 Connecticut $144,606 New York $143,848

Hawaii $141,426 Rhode Island $140,289 Maryland $139,518 Minnesota $138,463 Colorado $138,057 Illinois $137,921 Oregon $137,407 Delaware $137,028

New Hampshire $136,790 Virginia $136,257 Pennsylvania $134,701 Nevada $133,916 North Dakota $133,659 Michigan $133,253 Wisconsin $133,104 Vermont $132,807

Texas $131,981 Maine $131,927 Arizona $131,846 Ohio $131,751 Georgia $130,506 Indiana $129,884 Wyoming $129,762 Utah $129,573

Iowa $129,492 Kansas $128,842 Louisiana $128,653 North Carolina $128,585 Missouri $128,558 Florida $128,030 Montana $127,746 Nebraska $127,476

Kentucky $127,327 South Carolina $126,785 Tennessee $126,447 Idaho $126,312 New Mexico $125,324 Oklahoma $125,108 Alabama $124,309 South Dakota $122,970

Arkansas $122,239 West Virginia $121,847 Mississippi $120,669

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineer IVs

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: $136,411
Little Creek: $137,410
Magnolia: $137,212

Lincoln, DE $136,411 Little Creek, DE $137,410 Magnolia, DE $137,212 Milford, DE $136,758 Marydel, DE $136,982 Millsboro, DE $135,839 Millville, DE $136,049 Milton, DE $136,284

Nassau, DE $136,383 Ocean View, DE $136,026 Rehoboth Beach, DE $136,287 Seaford, DE $136,364 Selbyville, DE $135,800 Smyrna, DE $137,505 Viola, DE $136,871 Woodside, DE $137,240

Bear, DE $136,923 Newark, DE $136,871 Claymont, DE $137,152 Delaware City, DE $137,008 Hockessin, DE $136,859 Kirkwood, DE $136,982 Middletown, DE $137,035 Montchanin, DE $136,890

New Castle, DE $136,911 Odessa, DE $137,103 Port Penn, DE $137,195 Rockland, DE $136,904 Saint Georges, DE $136,992 Townsend, DE $137,203 Winterthur, DE $136,920 Lewes, DE $136,337

Wilmington, DE $136,866 Dover, DE $137,410 Dover Afb, DE $136,686 Bethany Beach, DE $135,882 Bethel, DE $136,023 Bridgeville, DE $136,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $137,023 Cheswold, DE $137,365

Clayton, DE $137,369 Dagsboro, DE $135,788 Delmar, DE $135,570 Ellendale, DE $135,981 Felton, DE $136,747 Fenwick Island, DE $135,817 Frankford, DE $135,581 Frederica, DE $136,882

Georgetown, DE $135,736 Greenwood, DE $136,365 Harbeson, DE $135,881 Harrington, DE $136,574 Hartly, DE $136,999 Houston, DE $136,379 Kenton, DE $137,376 Laurel, DE $135,655

Yorklyn, DE $136,900

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

Understanding how a Test Engineer IV'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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$125,750

Average $137,028/year

$147,311

$10,479

Average $11,419/month

$12,276

$2,418

Average $2,635/week

$2,833

$60

Average $66/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,311	$12,276	$2,833	$71
Average	$137,028	$11,419	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$125,750	$10,479	$2,418	$60

Test Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Test Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Test Engineer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $149,555 - a projected growth of 9% over your current level.

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