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 $59,240, a Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $70,305, a Production Test Supervisor (5+ years)earns $82,375,

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 $64,768, California $64,522, Massachusetts $63,662. 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: $69,570; Equipment Testing Senior Technician: $69,500; Testing Technician, Sr.: $69,423; Materials Testing Technician: $67,810; Production Technician, Testing: $60,347.

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Testing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Testing Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Testing Technician in Delaware is $59,240 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): $68,894
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,461 to $64,293
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,468

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Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,293	$5,358	$1,236	$31
Average	$59,240	$4,937	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$50,461	$4,205	$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): $59,240
Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years): $70,305
Production Test Supervisor (5+ years): $82,375

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Testing Technician	1-3 years	$59,240
Testing Technician, Sr.	3-5 years	$70,305
Production Test Supervisor	5+ years	$82,375

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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: $64,768.
California: $64,522.
Massachusetts: $63,662.

District of Columbia $64,768 California $64,522 Massachusetts $63,662 Washington $63,428 New Jersey $63,405 Alaska $63,323 Connecticut $62,516 New York $62,188

Hawaii $61,141 Rhode Island $60,650 Maryland $60,316 Minnesota $59,860 Colorado $59,684 Illinois $59,626 Oregon $59,404 Delaware $59,240

New Hampshire $59,137 Virginia $58,906 Pennsylvania $58,234 Nevada $57,894 North Dakota $57,783 Michigan $57,608 Wisconsin $57,543 Vermont $57,415

Texas $57,058 Maine $57,035 Arizona $56,999 Ohio $56,959 Georgia $56,420 Indiana $56,151 Wyoming $56,099 Utah $56,017

Iowa $55,982 Kansas $55,701 Louisiana $55,619 North Carolina $55,590 Missouri $55,578 Florida $55,350 Montana $55,227 Nebraska $55,110

Kentucky $55,046 South Carolina $54,812 Tennessee $54,665 Idaho $54,607 New Mexico $54,180 Oklahoma $54,086 Alabama $53,741 South Dakota $53,162

Arkansas $52,846 West Virginia $52,677 Mississippi $52,168

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: $58,973
Little Creek: $59,405
Magnolia: $59,319

Lincoln, DE $58,973 Little Creek, DE $59,405 Magnolia, DE $59,319 Milford, DE $59,123 Marydel, DE $59,220 Millsboro, DE $58,726 Millville, DE $58,816 Milton, DE $58,918

Nassau, DE $58,961 Ocean View, DE $58,806 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,919 Seaford, DE $58,953 Selbyville, DE $58,709 Smyrna, DE $59,446 Viola, DE $59,172 Woodside, DE $59,331

Bear, DE $59,194 Newark, DE $59,172 Claymont, DE $59,293 Delaware City, DE $59,231 Hockessin, DE $59,167 Kirkwood, DE $59,220 Middletown, DE $59,243 Montchanin, DE $59,180

New Castle, DE $59,189 Odessa, DE $59,272 Port Penn, DE $59,312 Rockland, DE $59,186 Saint Georges, DE $59,224 Townsend, DE $59,315 Winterthur, DE $59,193 Lewes, DE $58,941

Wilmington, DE $59,170 Dover, DE $59,405 Dover Afb, DE $59,092 Bethany Beach, DE $58,744 Bethel, DE $58,805 Bridgeville, DE $58,944 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,238 Cheswold, DE $59,386

Clayton, DE $59,387 Dagsboro, DE $58,703 Delmar, DE $58,609 Ellendale, DE $58,787 Felton, DE $59,118 Fenwick Island, DE $58,716 Frankford, DE $58,614 Frederica, DE $59,177

Georgetown, DE $58,681 Greenwood, DE $58,953 Harbeson, DE $58,744 Harrington, DE $59,043 Hartly, DE $59,227 Houston, DE $58,959 Kenton, DE $59,390 Laurel, DE $58,646

Yorklyn, DE $59,184

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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$50,461

Average $59,240/year

$64,293

$4,205

Average $4,937/month

$5,358

$970

Average $1,139/week

$1,236

$24

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,293	$5,358	$1,236	$31
Average	$59,240	$4,937	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$50,461	$4,205	$970	$24

Testing Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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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	$75,500	27%
Testing Technician, Sr.	$70,305	19%

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