What are the main factors that influence a Test Automation Developer'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 Automation Developer's salary?

A Test Automation Developer's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Economics (0-0 years)earns $64,073, an Test Automation Developer (0-0 years)earns $86,527, an Assoc. Professor - Economics (0-0 years)earns $93,582, a Professor - Economics (0-0 years)earns $125,661,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Automation Developer?

Test Automation Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Automation Developer roles are District of Columbia $91,460, California $91,113, Massachusetts $89,899. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Automation Developer roles make?

Salaries for Test Automation Developer level roles vary by specialization: Test Automation Architect: $168,840; Test Automation Manager: $131,008; Automation Test Engineer: $121,880; Test Automation Specialist: $114,338; Test Automation Consultant: $113,840.

Test Automation Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Automation Developer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Automation Developer in Delaware is $83,654 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,275
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,861 to $94,971
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,304

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Test Automation Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,971	$7,914	$1,826	$46
Average	$83,654	$6,971	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$69,861	$5,822	$1,343	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Test Automation Developer Salaries

A Test Automation Developer'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 Do Test Automation Developer 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 Automation Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,460.
California: $91,113.
Massachusetts: $89,899.

District of Columbia $91,460 California $91,113 Massachusetts $89,899 Washington $89,568 New Jersey $89,535 Alaska $89,420 Connecticut $88,280 New York $87,817

Hawaii $86,339 Rhode Island $85,645 Maryland $85,174 Minnesota $84,529 Colorado $84,282 Illinois $84,199 Oregon $83,885 Delaware $83,654

New Hampshire $83,508 Virginia $83,183 Pennsylvania $82,233 Nevada $81,754 North Dakota $81,597 Michigan $81,349 Wisconsin $81,258 Vermont $81,077

Texas $80,573 Maine $80,540 Arizona $80,490 Ohio $80,432 Georgia $79,672 Indiana $79,292 Wyoming $79,218 Utah $79,102

Iowa $79,053 Kansas $78,656 Louisiana $78,541 North Carolina $78,499 Missouri $78,483 Florida $78,161 Montana $77,987 Nebraska $77,822

Kentucky $77,731 South Carolina $77,401 Tennessee $77,194 Idaho $77,112 New Mexico $76,509 Oklahoma $76,376 Alabama $75,889 South Dakota $75,071

Arkansas $74,625 West Virginia $74,386 Mississippi $73,667

Top Paying Cities for Test Automation Developers

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: $83,277
Little Creek: $83,887
Magnolia: $83,766

Lincoln, DE $83,277 Little Creek, DE $83,887 Magnolia, DE $83,766 Milford, DE $83,489 Marydel, DE $83,626 Millsboro, DE $82,928 Millville, DE $83,056 Milton, DE $83,200

Nassau, DE $83,260 Ocean View, DE $83,042 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,201 Seaford, DE $83,248 Selbyville, DE $82,904 Smyrna, DE $83,945 Viola, DE $83,558 Woodside, DE $83,783

Bear, DE $83,589 Newark, DE $83,558 Claymont, DE $83,729 Delaware City, DE $83,641 Hockessin, DE $83,551 Kirkwood, DE $83,626 Middletown, DE $83,658 Montchanin, DE $83,570

New Castle, DE $83,582 Odessa, DE $83,699 Port Penn, DE $83,755 Rockland, DE $83,578 Saint Georges, DE $83,632 Townsend, DE $83,760 Winterthur, DE $83,588 Lewes, DE $83,232

Wilmington, DE $83,555 Dover, DE $83,887 Dover Afb, DE $83,445 Bethany Beach, DE $82,954 Bethel, DE $83,040 Bridgeville, DE $83,236 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,651 Cheswold, DE $83,860

Clayton, DE $83,862 Dagsboro, DE $82,896 Delmar, DE $82,763 Ellendale, DE $83,015 Felton, DE $83,482 Fenwick Island, DE $82,915 Frankford, DE $82,770 Frederica, DE $83,565

Georgetown, DE $82,865 Greenwood, DE $83,249 Harbeson, DE $82,953 Harrington, DE $83,376 Hartly, DE $83,636 Houston, DE $83,257 Kenton, DE $83,866 Laurel, DE $82,815

Yorklyn, DE $83,575

Test Automation Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Test Automation Developer'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 June 01, 2026

$69,861

Average $83,654/year

$94,971

$5,822

Average $6,971/month

$7,914

$1,343

Average $1,609/week

$1,826

$34

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,971	$7,914	$1,826	$46
Average	$83,654	$6,971	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$69,861	$5,822	$1,343	$34

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