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

How does experience change A Testing Technician's salary?

A Testing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Testing Technician (1-3 years)earns $59,234, a Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $70,288, a Production Test Supervisor (5+ years)earns $82,345,

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 $64,761, California $64,516, Massachusetts $63,656. 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: $69,543; Equipment Testing Senior Technician: $69,500; Testing Technician, Sr.: $69,407; Materials Testing Technician: $67,794; Production Technician, Testing: $60,339.

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Testing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Testing Technician make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Testing Technician in Delaware is $59,234 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): $68,847
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,444 to $64,266
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,441

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Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,266	$5,355	$1,236	$31
Average	$59,234	$4,936	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$50,444	$4,204	$970	$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): $59,234
Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years): $70,288
Production Test Supervisor (5+ years): $82,345

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Testing Technician	1-3 years	$59,234
Testing Technician, Sr.	3-5 years	$70,288
Production Test Supervisor	5+ years	$82,345

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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: $64,761.
California: $64,516.
Massachusetts: $63,656.

District of Columbia $64,761 California $64,516 Massachusetts $63,656 Washington $63,422 New Jersey $63,398 Alaska $63,317 Connecticut $62,509 New York $62,182

Hawaii $61,135 Rhode Island $60,643 Maryland $60,310 Minnesota $59,854 Colorado $59,678 Illinois $59,620 Oregon $59,398 Delaware $59,234

New Hampshire $59,131 Virginia $58,900 Pennsylvania $58,228 Nevada $57,889 North Dakota $57,777 Michigan $57,602 Wisconsin $57,538 Vermont $57,409

Texas $57,052 Maine $57,029 Arizona $56,994 Ohio $56,953 Georgia $56,415 Indiana $56,146 Wyoming $56,093 Utah $56,011

Iowa $55,976 Kansas $55,695 Louisiana $55,613 North Carolina $55,584 Missouri $55,572 Florida $55,344 Montana $55,221 Nebraska $55,104

Kentucky $55,040 South Carolina $54,806 Tennessee $54,660 Idaho $54,601 New Mexico $54,174 Oklahoma $54,081 Alabama $53,736 South Dakota $53,157

Arkansas $52,841 West Virginia $52,671 Mississippi $52,162

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: $61,304
Little Creek: $60,737
Magnolia: $60,989

Lincoln, DE $61,304 Little Creek, DE $60,737 Magnolia, DE $60,989 Milford, DE $61,304 Marydel, DE $60,509 Millsboro, DE $61,304 Millville, DE $61,714 Milton, DE $61,304

Nassau, DE $61,304 Ocean View, DE $61,714 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,714 Seaford, DE $60,661 Selbyville, DE $61,714 Smyrna, DE $60,439 Viola, DE $60,989 Woodside, DE $60,813

Bear, DE $59,994 Newark, DE $60,018 Claymont, DE $60,064 Delaware City, DE $60,018 Hockessin, DE $60,064 Kirkwood, DE $60,018 Middletown, DE $60,316 Montchanin, DE $60,064

New Castle, DE $60,064 Odessa, DE $60,398 Port Penn, DE $59,854 Rockland, DE $60,064 Saint Georges, DE $60,018 Townsend, DE $60,310 Winterthur, DE $60,064 Lewes, DE $61,304

Wilmington, DE $60,064 Dover, DE $60,708 Dover Afb, DE $60,848 Bethany Beach, DE $61,714 Bethel, DE $60,661 Bridgeville, DE $61,304 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,772 Cheswold, DE $60,567

Clayton, DE $60,415 Dagsboro, DE $61,714 Delmar, DE $60,661 Ellendale, DE $61,304 Felton, DE $61,304 Fenwick Island, DE $61,714 Frankford, DE $61,714 Frederica, DE $61,304

Georgetown, DE $61,304 Greenwood, DE $61,304 Harbeson, DE $61,304 Harrington, DE $61,304 Hartly, DE $60,386 Houston, DE $61,304 Kenton, DE $60,415 Laurel, DE $60,661

Yorklyn, DE $60,064

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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$50,444

Average $59,234/year

$64,266

$4,204

Average $4,936/month

$5,355

$970

Average $1,139/week

$1,236

$24

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,266	$5,355	$1,236	$31
Average	$59,234	$4,936	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$50,444	$4,204	$970	$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	$75,475	27%
Testing Technician, Sr.	$70,288	19%

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