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 $80,991, a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,521, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,999, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,568, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $107,498,

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 $149,783, California $149,215, Massachusetts $147,226. 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: $229,970; Optical Engineer IV: $182,710; Database Engineer IV: $144,404; Electrical Test Engineer IV: $143,803; General Engineer IV: $140,190.

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Test Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineer IV in Delaware is $136,999 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): $156,662
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,720 to $147,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,450

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Test Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,291	$12,274	$2,833	$71
Average	$136,999	$11,417	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$125,720	$10,477	$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): $80,991
Test Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,521
Test Engineer IV (7+ years): $136,999
Test Engineer V (7-10 years): $149,568
Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $107,498

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Engineer II	2-4 years	$80,991
Test Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,521
Test Engineer IV	7+ years	$136,999
Test Engineer V	7-10 years	$149,568
Test Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$107,498

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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: $149,783.
California: $149,215.
Massachusetts: $147,226.

District of Columbia $149,783 California $149,215 Massachusetts $147,226 Washington $146,685 New Jersey $146,631 Alaska $146,442 Connecticut $144,575 New York $143,817

Hawaii $141,396 Rhode Island $140,259 Maryland $139,488 Minnesota $138,433 Colorado $138,027 Illinois $137,892 Oregon $137,378 Delaware $136,999

New Hampshire $136,761 Virginia $136,228 Pennsylvania $134,672 Nevada $133,888 North Dakota $133,631 Michigan $133,225 Wisconsin $133,076 Vermont $132,778

Texas $131,953 Maine $131,899 Arizona $131,818 Ohio $131,723 Georgia $130,479 Indiana $129,856 Wyoming $129,734 Utah $129,545

Iowa $129,464 Kansas $128,815 Louisiana $128,625 North Carolina $128,558 Missouri $128,530 Florida $128,003 Montana $127,719 Nebraska $127,448

Kentucky $127,299 South Carolina $126,758 Tennessee $126,420 Idaho $126,285 New Mexico $125,297 Oklahoma $125,081 Alabama $124,283 South Dakota $122,943

Arkansas $122,213 West Virginia $121,821 Mississippi $120,644

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: $141,788
Little Creek: $140,476
Magnolia: $141,057

Lincoln, DE $141,788 Little Creek, DE $140,476 Magnolia, DE $141,057 Milford, DE $141,788 Marydel, DE $139,948 Millsboro, DE $141,788 Millville, DE $142,735 Milton, DE $141,788

Nassau, DE $141,788 Ocean View, DE $142,735 Rehoboth Beach, DE $142,735 Seaford, DE $140,300 Selbyville, DE $142,735 Smyrna, DE $139,786 Viola, DE $141,057 Woodside, DE $140,652

Bear, DE $138,758 Newark, DE $138,812 Claymont, DE $138,920 Delaware City, DE $138,812 Hockessin, DE $138,920 Kirkwood, DE $138,812 Middletown, DE $139,502 Montchanin, DE $138,920

New Castle, DE $138,920 Odessa, DE $139,691 Port Penn, DE $138,433 Rockland, DE $138,920 Saint Georges, DE $138,812 Townsend, DE $139,488 Winterthur, DE $138,920 Lewes, DE $141,788

Wilmington, DE $138,920 Dover, DE $140,408 Dover Afb, DE $140,733 Bethany Beach, DE $142,735 Bethel, DE $140,300 Bridgeville, DE $141,788 Camden Wyoming, DE $140,557 Cheswold, DE $140,083

Clayton, DE $139,732 Dagsboro, DE $142,735 Delmar, DE $140,300 Ellendale, DE $141,788 Felton, DE $141,788 Fenwick Island, DE $142,735 Frankford, DE $142,735 Frederica, DE $141,788

Georgetown, DE $141,788 Greenwood, DE $141,788 Harbeson, DE $141,788 Harrington, DE $141,788 Hartly, DE $139,664 Houston, DE $141,788 Kenton, DE $139,732 Laurel, DE $140,300

Yorklyn, DE $138,920

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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$125,720

Average $136,999/year

$147,291

$10,477

Average $11,417/month

$12,274

$2,418

Average $2,635/week

$2,833

$60

Average $66/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,291	$12,274	$2,833	$71
Average	$136,999	$11,417	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$125,720	$10,477	$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 $149,568 - a projected growth of 9% over your current level.

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