What are the main factors that influence a Test Engineer V'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 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, a Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years)earns $128,232,

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

Test Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $163,525, California $162,904, Massachusetts $160,733. 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 V: $264,606; Database Engineer V: $168,434; Electrical Test Engineer V: $166,853; Electrical Engineer V: $166,832; Chemical Process Engineer V: $165,400.

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Test Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineer V in Delaware is $149,568 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,152
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $138,282 to $158,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,007

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Test Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,249	$13,187	$3,043	$76
Average	$149,568	$12,464	$2,876	$72
25th Percentile	$138,282	$11,524	$2,659	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineer V Salaries

A Test Engineer V'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 V'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 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
Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years): $128,232

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Test Engineering Manager I	10+ years	$128,232

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

District of Columbia: $163,525.
California: $162,904.
Massachusetts: $160,733.

District of Columbia $163,525 California $162,904 Massachusetts $160,733 Washington $160,142 New Jersey $160,083 Alaska $159,877 Connecticut $157,838 New York $157,011

Hawaii $154,368 Rhode Island $153,127 Maryland $152,285 Minnesota $151,133 Colorado $150,690 Illinois $150,542 Oregon $149,981 Delaware $149,568

New Hampshire $149,308 Virginia $148,726 Pennsylvania $147,027 Nevada $146,171 North Dakota $145,890 Michigan $145,447 Wisconsin $145,285 Vermont $144,960

Texas $144,059 Maine $144,000 Arizona $143,911 Ohio $143,808 Georgia $142,449 Indiana $141,770 Wyoming $141,637 Utah $141,430

Iowa $141,341 Kansas $140,632 Louisiana $140,426 North Carolina $140,352 Missouri $140,322 Florida $139,746 Montana $139,436 Nebraska $139,141

Kentucky $138,978 South Carolina $138,387 Tennessee $138,018 Idaho $137,870 New Mexico $136,792 Oklahoma $136,556 Alabama $135,685 South Dakota $134,222

Arkansas $133,425 West Virginia $132,997 Mississippi $131,712

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineer Vs

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: $154,796
Little Creek: $153,363
Magnolia: $153,998

Lincoln, DE $154,796 Little Creek, DE $153,363 Magnolia, DE $153,998 Milford, DE $154,796 Marydel, DE $152,787 Millsboro, DE $154,796 Millville, DE $155,830 Milton, DE $154,796

Nassau, DE $154,796 Ocean View, DE $155,830 Rehoboth Beach, DE $155,830 Seaford, DE $153,171 Selbyville, DE $155,830 Smyrna, DE $152,610 Viola, DE $153,998 Woodside, DE $153,555

Bear, DE $151,488 Newark, DE $151,547 Claymont, DE $151,665 Delaware City, DE $151,547 Hockessin, DE $151,665 Kirkwood, DE $151,547 Middletown, DE $152,300 Montchanin, DE $151,665

New Castle, DE $151,665 Odessa, DE $152,507 Port Penn, DE $151,133 Rockland, DE $151,665 Saint Georges, DE $151,547 Townsend, DE $152,285 Winterthur, DE $151,665 Lewes, DE $154,796

Wilmington, DE $151,665 Dover, DE $153,290 Dover Afb, DE $153,644 Bethany Beach, DE $155,830 Bethel, DE $153,171 Bridgeville, DE $154,796 Camden Wyoming, DE $153,452 Cheswold, DE $152,935

Clayton, DE $152,551 Dagsboro, DE $155,830 Delmar, DE $153,171 Ellendale, DE $154,796 Felton, DE $154,796 Fenwick Island, DE $155,830 Frankford, DE $155,830 Frederica, DE $154,796

Georgetown, DE $154,796 Greenwood, DE $154,796 Harbeson, DE $154,796 Harrington, DE $154,796 Hartly, DE $152,477 Houston, DE $154,796 Kenton, DE $152,551 Laurel, DE $153,171

Yorklyn, DE $151,665

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

Understanding how a Test Engineer V'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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$138,282

Average $149,568/year

$158,249

$11,524

Average $12,464/month

$13,187

$2,659

Average $2,876/week

$3,043

$66

Average $72/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,249	$13,187	$3,043	$76
Average	$149,568	$12,464	$2,876	$72
25th Percentile	$138,282	$11,524	$2,659	$66

Test Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Test Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Test Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $107,498 - a projected growth of -28% over your current level.

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