What are the main factors that influence a Testing Technician's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Testing Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Testing Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Testing Technician's salary?

A Testing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Testing Technician (1-3 years)earns $59,247, a Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $70,322, a Production Test Supervisor (5+ years)earns $82,408,

What are the highest paying states for a Testing Technician?

Testing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Testing Technician roles are District of Columbia $64,776, California $64,530, Massachusetts $63,670. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Testing Technician roles make?

Salaries for Testing Technician level roles vary by specialization: COVID Testing Technician: $69,601; Equipment Testing Senior Technician: $69,500; Testing Technician, Sr.: $69,440; Materials Testing Technician: $67,827; Production Technician, Testing: $60,359.

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Testing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Testing Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Testing Technician in Delaware is $59,247 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Testing Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,010
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,504 to $64,357
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,545

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Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,357	$5,363	$1,238	$31
Average	$59,247	$4,937	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$50,504	$4,209	$971	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Testing Technician Salaries

A Testing Technician'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 Testing Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Testing Technician'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:

Testing Technician (1-3 years): $59,247
Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years): $70,322
Production Test Supervisor (5+ years): $82,408

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Testing Technician	1-3 years	$59,247
Testing Technician, Sr.	3-5 years	$70,322
Production Test Supervisor	5+ years	$82,408

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How Do Testing Technician 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 Testing Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,776.
California: $64,530.
Massachusetts: $63,670.

District of Columbia $64,776 California $64,530 Massachusetts $63,670 Washington $63,436 New Jersey $63,412 Alaska $63,331 Connecticut $62,523 New York $62,196

Hawaii $61,148 Rhode Island $60,657 Maryland $60,323 Minnesota $59,867 Colorado $59,692 Illinois $59,633 Oregon $59,411 Delaware $59,247

New Hampshire $59,144 Virginia $58,914 Pennsylvania $58,241 Nevada $57,901 North Dakota $57,790 Michigan $57,615 Wisconsin $57,550 Vermont $57,422

Texas $57,065 Maine $57,041 Arizona $57,006 Ohio $56,965 Georgia $56,427 Indiana $56,158 Wyoming $56,105 Utah $56,023

Iowa $55,988 Kansas $55,708 Louisiana $55,626 North Carolina $55,596 Missouri $55,585 Florida $55,356 Montana $55,234 Nebraska $55,117

Kentucky $55,052 South Carolina $54,818 Tennessee $54,672 Idaho $54,613 New Mexico $54,186 Oklahoma $54,093 Alabama $53,748 South Dakota $53,168

Arkansas $52,853 West Virginia $52,683 Mississippi $52,174

Top Paying Cities for Testing Technicians

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: $58,980
Little Creek: $59,412
Magnolia: $59,327

Lincoln, DE $58,980 Little Creek, DE $59,412 Magnolia, DE $59,327 Milford, DE $59,130 Marydel, DE $59,227 Millsboro, DE $58,733 Millville, DE $58,823 Milton, DE $58,925

Nassau, DE $58,968 Ocean View, DE $58,813 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,926 Seaford, DE $58,960 Selbyville, DE $58,716 Smyrna, DE $59,453 Viola, DE $59,179 Woodside, DE $59,338

Bear, DE $59,201 Newark, DE $59,179 Claymont, DE $59,300 Delaware City, DE $59,238 Hockessin, DE $59,174 Kirkwood, DE $59,227 Middletown, DE $59,250 Montchanin, DE $59,187

New Castle, DE $59,196 Odessa, DE $59,279 Port Penn, DE $59,319 Rockland, DE $59,193 Saint Georges, DE $59,231 Townsend, DE $59,322 Winterthur, DE $59,200 Lewes, DE $58,948

Wilmington, DE $59,177 Dover, DE $59,412 Dover Afb, DE $59,099 Bethany Beach, DE $58,751 Bethel, DE $58,812 Bridgeville, DE $58,951 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,245 Cheswold, DE $59,393

Clayton, DE $59,394 Dagsboro, DE $58,711 Delmar, DE $58,616 Ellendale, DE $58,794 Felton, DE $59,125 Fenwick Island, DE $58,723 Frankford, DE $58,621 Frederica, DE $59,184

Georgetown, DE $58,688 Greenwood, DE $58,960 Harbeson, DE $58,751 Harrington, DE $59,050 Hartly, DE $59,234 Houston, DE $58,966 Kenton, DE $59,397 Laurel, DE $58,653

Yorklyn, DE $59,191

Testing Technician Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Testing Technician salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $66,267. While startup companies pay approximate $56,042.

Testing Technician Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$56,042
Growth Stage	51~500	$59,274
Established	501~5000	$63,994
Enterprise	5000+	$66,267

Testing Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Testing Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 118% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Testing Technician positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Testing Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Testing Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$82,946	$40.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$79,983	$38.0	35%
Financial Services	$77,021	$37.0	30%
Internet	$74,059	$36.0	25%
Biotechnology	$71,096	$34.0	20%

Testing Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Testing Technician'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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$50,504

Average $59,247/year

$64,357

$4,209

Average $4,937/month

$5,363

$971

Average $1,139/week

$1,238

$24

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,357	$5,363	$1,238	$31
Average	$59,247	$4,937	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$50,504	$4,209	$971	$24

Testing Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

Testing Technician

Non-Destructive Test Technician III

Testing Technician, Sr.

Non-Destructive Test Technician IV

Production Test Supervisor

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Testing Technician, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Testing Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Non-Destructive Test Technician III	$75,528	27%
Testing Technician, Sr.	$70,322	19%

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