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 $86,566, an Assoc. Professor - Economics (0-0 years)earns $93,634, a Professor - Economics (0-0 years)earns $125,760,

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 $91,500, California $91,153, Massachusetts $89,938. 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: $168,843; Test Automation Manager: $131,013; Automation Test Engineer: $121,903; Test Automation Specialist: $114,358; Test Automation Consultant: $113,839.

Test Automation Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Automation Developer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Automation Developer in Delaware is $83,690 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): $105,314
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,884 to $95,009
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,313

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Test Automation Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,009	$7,917	$1,827	$46
Average	$83,690	$6,974	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$69,884	$5,824	$1,344	$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: $91,500.
California: $91,153.
Massachusetts: $89,938.

District of Columbia $91,500 California $91,153 Massachusetts $89,938 Washington $89,607 New Jersey $89,574 Alaska $89,458 Connecticut $88,318 New York $87,855

Hawaii $86,376 Rhode Island $85,682 Maryland $85,211 Minnesota $84,566 Colorado $84,318 Illinois $84,236 Oregon $83,922 Delaware $83,690

New Hampshire $83,545 Virginia $83,219 Pennsylvania $82,269 Nevada $81,789 North Dakota $81,632 Michigan $81,384 Wisconsin $81,294 Vermont $81,112

Texas $80,608 Maine $80,575 Arizona $80,525 Ohio $80,467 Georgia $79,707 Indiana $79,327 Wyoming $79,252 Utah $79,137

Iowa $79,087 Kansas $78,690 Louisiana $78,575 North Carolina $78,533 Missouri $78,517 Florida $78,195 Montana $78,021 Nebraska $77,856

Kentucky $77,765 South Carolina $77,434 Tennessee $77,228 Idaho $77,145 New Mexico $76,542 Oklahoma $76,409 Alabama $75,922 South Dakota $75,104

Arkansas $74,658 West Virginia $74,418 Mississippi $73,699

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: $83,313
Little Creek: $83,923
Magnolia: $83,803

Lincoln, DE $83,313 Little Creek, DE $83,923 Magnolia, DE $83,803 Milford, DE $83,525 Marydel, DE $83,662 Millsboro, DE $82,964 Millville, DE $83,092 Milton, DE $83,236

Nassau, DE $83,296 Ocean View, DE $83,078 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,237 Seaford, DE $83,284 Selbyville, DE $82,940 Smyrna, DE $83,981 Viola, DE $83,594 Woodside, DE $83,819

Bear, DE $83,626 Newark, DE $83,594 Claymont, DE $83,765 Delaware City, DE $83,678 Hockessin, DE $83,587 Kirkwood, DE $83,662 Middletown, DE $83,694 Montchanin, DE $83,606

New Castle, DE $83,618 Odessa, DE $83,736 Port Penn, DE $83,792 Rockland, DE $83,614 Saint Georges, DE $83,668 Townsend, DE $83,797 Winterthur, DE $83,624 Lewes, DE $83,268

Wilmington, DE $83,591 Dover, DE $83,923 Dover Afb, DE $83,481 Bethany Beach, DE $82,990 Bethel, DE $83,076 Bridgeville, DE $83,272 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,687 Cheswold, DE $83,896

Clayton, DE $83,898 Dagsboro, DE $82,932 Delmar, DE $82,799 Ellendale, DE $83,050 Felton, DE $83,518 Fenwick Island, DE $82,951 Frankford, DE $82,806 Frederica, DE $83,601

Georgetown, DE $82,901 Greenwood, DE $83,285 Harbeson, DE $82,989 Harrington, DE $83,412 Hartly, DE $83,672 Houston, DE $83,293 Kenton, DE $83,903 Laurel, DE $82,851

Yorklyn, DE $83,612

Test Automation Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Test Automation Developer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 9% above the average. Conversely, Test Automation Developer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Test Automation Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Test Automation Developer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$90,905	$44.0	9%

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 August 01, 2026

$69,884

Average $83,690/year

$95,009

$5,824

Average $6,974/month

$7,917

$1,344

Average $1,609/week

$1,827

$34

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,009	$7,917	$1,827	$46
Average	$83,690	$6,974	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$69,884	$5,824	$1,344	$34

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