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 V's salary?

A Test Engineer V's salary grows with experience: starting around $148,452 for beginners, reaching about $150,189 at mid-level, and approach $153,804 for experts.

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 $163,540, California $162,920, Massachusetts $160,748. 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: $264,459; Database Engineer V: $168,406; Electrical Test Engineer V: $166,863; Electrical Engineer V: $166,844; Chemical Process Engineer V: $165,379.

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Test Engineer V Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Test Engineer V make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineer V in Rhode Island is $153,142 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,111
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,504 to $162,024
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,908

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Test Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,024	$13,502	$3,116	$78
Average	$153,142	$12,762	$2,945	$74
25th Percentile	$141,504	$11,792	$2,721	$68

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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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Test Engineer V	$148,452
Intermediate Level Test Engineer V	$149,320
Senior Level Test Engineer V	$150,189
Specialist Level Test Engineer V	$151,405
Expert Level Test Engineer V	$153,804

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: $163,540.
California: $162,920.
Massachusetts: $160,748.

District of Columbia $163,540 California $162,920 Massachusetts $160,748 Washington $160,158 New Jersey $160,099 Alaska $159,892 Connecticut $157,853 New York $157,026

Hawaii $154,382 Rhode Island $153,142 Maryland $152,300 Minnesota $151,148 Colorado $150,704 Illinois $150,557 Oregon $149,995 Delaware $149,582

New Hampshire $149,322 Virginia $148,740 Pennsylvania $147,041 Nevada $146,185 North Dakota $145,904 Michigan $145,461 Wisconsin $145,298 Vermont $144,973

Texas $144,072 Maine $144,013 Arizona $143,925 Ohio $143,821 Georgia $142,462 Indiana $141,783 Wyoming $141,650 Utah $141,443

Iowa $141,355 Kansas $140,646 Louisiana $140,439 North Carolina $140,365 Missouri $140,335 Florida $139,759 Montana $139,449 Nebraska $139,154

Kentucky $138,991 South Carolina $138,401 Tennessee $138,031 Idaho $137,884 New Mexico $136,805 Oklahoma $136,569 Alabama $135,698 South Dakota $134,235

Arkansas $133,438 West Virginia $133,009 Mississippi $131,724

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:

Adamsville: $155,653
Albion: $153,068
Ashaway: $156,243

Adamsville, RI $155,653 Albion, RI $153,068 Ashaway, RI $156,243 Barrington, RI $153,068 Block Island, RI $155,431 Bradford, RI $156,140 Bristol, RI $152,920 Carolina, RI $154,870

Charlestown, RI $155,032 Chepachet, RI $152,772 Clayville, RI $152,920 Coventry, RI $152,772 West Greenwich, RI $152,669 East Greenwich, RI $152,876 Exeter, RI $156,140 Fiskeville, RI $153,068

Forestdale, RI $152,920 Foster, RI $152,669 Glendale, RI $152,669 Greene, RI $154,382 Greenville, RI $153,068 Harmony, RI $153,023 Harrisville, RI $152,772 Hope, RI $153,068

Hope Valley, RI $156,243 Hopkinton, RI $156,288 Jamestown, RI $154,722 Kenyon, RI $156,096 Little Compton, RI $155,594 Manville, RI $153,068 Mapleville, RI $152,669 Newport, RI $154,752

Middletown, RI $155,401 North Kingstown, RI $152,625 North Scituate, RI $153,023 Oakland, RI $152,817 Pascoag, RI $152,728 Pawtucket, RI $153,068 Central Falls, RI $153,068 Cumberland, RI $153,068

Lincoln, RI $153,068 Portsmouth, RI $154,131 Prudence Island, RI $152,772 Rockville, RI $156,288 Saunderstown, RI $154,811 Shannock, RI $156,051 Slatersville, RI $152,920 Slocum, RI $154,811

Tiverton, RI $155,697 Wakefield, RI $154,648 Kingston, RI $154,678 Narragansett, RI $154,707 Peace Dale, RI $154,648 Warren, RI $153,023 Warwick, RI $153,068 Westerly, RI $156,332

West Kingston, RI $154,766 West Warwick, RI $153,068 Wood River Junction, RI $156,140 Woonsocket, RI $152,920 North Smithfield, RI $153,023 Wyoming, RI $156,096 Providence, RI $153,068 Cranston, RI $153,068

North Providence, RI $153,068 East Providence, RI $153,068 Riverside, RI $153,068 Rumford, RI $153,068 Smithfield, RI $153,068 Johnston, RI $153,068

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$141,504

Average $153,142/year

$162,024

$11,792

Average $12,762/month

$13,502

$2,721

Average $2,945/week

$3,116

$68

Average $74/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,024	$13,502	$3,116	$78
Average	$153,142	$12,762	$2,945	$74
25th Percentile	$141,504	$11,792	$2,721	$68

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 $110,053 - a projected growth of -28% over your current level.

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