What are the main factors that influence a Qa Game Tester's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Qa Game Tester?

Qa Game Tester salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Qa Game Tester roles are District of Columbia $38,175, California $38,031, Massachusetts $37,524. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Qa Game Tester roles make?

Salaries for Qa Game Tester level roles vary by specialization: Software QA Tester: $71,635; Contract QA Tester: $70,847; Manual QA Tester: $68,726; Web Qa Tester: $64,687; QA Localization Tester: $64,628.

Qa Game Tester Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Qa Game Tester make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qa Game Tester in Hawaii is $36,038 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Qa Game Tester's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,905
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,924 to $43,820
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $22,447

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Qa Game Tester Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,820	$3,652	$843	$21
Average	$36,038	$3,003	$693	$17
25th Percentile	$28,924	$2,410	$556	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Qa Game Tester Salaries

A Qa Game Tester's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Qa Game Tester 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 Qa Game Testers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,175.
California: $38,031.
Massachusetts: $37,524.

District of Columbia $38,175 California $38,031 Massachusetts $37,524 Washington $37,386 New Jersey $37,372 Alaska $37,324 Connecticut $36,848 New York $36,655

Hawaii $36,038 Rhode Island $35,748 Maryland $35,552 Minnesota $35,283 Colorado $35,179 Illinois $35,145 Oregon $35,014 Delaware $34,917

New Hampshire $34,857 Virginia $34,721 Pennsylvania $34,324 Nevada $34,124 North Dakota $34,059 Michigan $33,955 Wisconsin $33,917 Vermont $33,841

Texas $33,631 Maine $33,617 Arizona $33,597 Ohio $33,572 Georgia $33,255 Indiana $33,097 Wyoming $33,066 Utah $33,017

Iowa $32,997 Kansas $32,831 Louisiana $32,783 North Carolina $32,766 Missouri $32,759 Florida $32,624 Montana $32,552 Nebraska $32,483

Kentucky $32,445 South Carolina $32,307 Tennessee $32,221 Idaho $32,186 New Mexico $31,935 Oklahoma $31,880 Alabama $31,676 South Dakota $31,335

Arkansas $31,149 West Virginia $31,049 Mississippi $30,749

Top Paying Cities for Qa Game Testers

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:

Aiea: $35,843
Anahola: $35,373
Captain Cook: $35,337

Aiea, HI $35,843 Anahola, HI $35,373 Captain Cook, HI $35,337 Eleele, HI $35,444 Ewa Beach, HI $35,811 Kapolei, HI $35,782 Haiku, HI $35,399 Hakalau, HI $35,320

Haleiwa, HI $35,713 Hana, HI $35,314 Hanalei, HI $35,326 Hanamaulu, HI $35,398 Hanapepe, HI $35,443 Hauula, HI $35,768 Hawaii National Park, HI $35,361 Hawi, HI $35,419

Hilo, HI $35,395 Princeville, HI $35,391 Holualoa, HI $35,351 Honaunau, HI $35,290 Honokaa, HI $35,336 Honomu, HI $35,391 Hoolehua, HI $35,290 Kaaawa, HI $35,780

Kahuku, HI $35,703 Kahului, HI $35,481 Kailua, HI $35,831 Ocean View, HI $35,381 Waikoloa, HI $35,377 Keauhou, HI $35,351 Kailua Kona, HI $35,394 Kalaheo, HI $35,402

Kalaupapa, HI $35,258 Kamuela, HI $35,354 Kaneohe, HI $35,824 Kapaa, HI $35,441 Kaumakani, HI $35,460 Kaunakakai, HI $35,332 Keaau, HI $35,419 Kealakekua, HI $35,400

Kealia, HI $35,412 Kekaha, HI $35,376 Kihei, HI $35,444 Kilauea, HI $35,392 Kapaau, HI $35,365 Koloa, HI $35,407 Kualapuu, HI $35,322 Kunia, HI $35,771

Kurtistown, HI $35,401 Lahaina, HI $35,408 Laie, HI $35,734 Lanai City, HI $35,322 Laupahoehoe, HI $35,411 Lawai, HI $35,460 Lihue, HI $35,398 Makawao, HI $35,426

Makaweli, HI $35,320 Maunaloa, HI $35,237 Mountain View, HI $35,382 Naalehu, HI $35,311 Ninole, HI $35,287 Ookala, HI $35,299 Paauilo, HI $35,342 Pahala, HI $35,321

Pahoa, HI $35,367 Paia, HI $35,410 Papaaloa, HI $35,416 Papaikou, HI $35,342 Pearl City, HI $35,817 Pepeekeo, HI $35,411 Puunene, HI $35,481 Volcano, HI $35,361

Wahiawa, HI $35,755 Pukalani, HI $35,426 Mililani, HI $35,798 Kula, HI $35,353 Waialua, HI $35,694 Waianae, HI $35,727 Wailuku, HI $35,425 Waimanalo, HI $35,824

Waimea, HI $35,456 Waipahu, HI $35,801 Honolulu, HI $35,855 J B P H H, HI $35,849 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $35,775 Schofield Barracks, HI $35,764 Fort Shafter, HI $35,855 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $35,855

Camp H M Smith, HI $35,847 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $35,812 Wake Island, HI $35,855

Qa Game Tester Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Qa Game Tester'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 August 01, 2026

$28,924

Average $36,038/year

$43,820

$2,410

Average $3,003/month

$3,652

$556

Average $693/week

$843

$14

Average $17/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,820	$3,652	$843	$21
Average	$36,038	$3,003	$693	$17
25th Percentile	$28,924	$2,410	$556	$14

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