What are the main factors that influence a Lead QA Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead QA Analyst's salary?

A Lead QA Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $125,745, a Quality Assurance Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $152,168, a Lead QA Analyst (10+ years)earns $128,228, a Quality Assurance Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $162,383, a Quality Assurance Director (10+ years)earns $197,949,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead QA Analyst?

Lead QA Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead QA Analyst roles are District of Columbia $141,230, California $140,694, Massachusetts $138,819. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead QA Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Lead QA Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Qa Automation Lead: $140,395; Software Qa Lead: $126,420; QA Analyst IV: $125,900; Qa Lead: $123,366; Qa Team Lead: $122,945.

Lead QA Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead QA Analyst make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead QA Analyst in Delaware is $129,176 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, a Lead QA Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,791
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,207 to $142,061
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,310

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Lead QA Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,061	$11,838	$2,732	$68
Average	$129,176	$10,765	$2,484	$62
25th Percentile	$117,207	$9,767	$2,254	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Lead QA Analyst Salaries

A Lead QA Analyst'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 Lead QA Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead QA Analyst'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $125,745
Early Career (1-2 years): $152,168
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,228
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $162,383
Expert (over 8 years): $197,949

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level Lead QA Analyst	$125,745
Quality A... Level Lead QA Analyst	$152,168
Lead QA A... Level Lead QA Analyst	$128,228
Quality A... Level Lead QA Analyst	$162,383
Quality A... Level Lead QA Analyst	$197,949

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How Do Lead QA Analyst 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 Lead QA Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $141,230.
California: $140,694.
Massachusetts: $138,819.

District of Columbia $141,230 California $140,694 Massachusetts $138,819 Washington $138,309 New Jersey $138,258 Alaska $138,079 Connecticut $136,319 New York $135,605

Hawaii $133,322 Rhode Island $132,250 Maryland $131,523 Minnesota $130,528 Colorado $130,145 Illinois $130,018 Oregon $129,533 Delaware $129,176

New Hampshire $128,951 Virginia $128,449 Pennsylvania $126,982 Nevada $126,242 North Dakota $126,000 Michigan $125,617 Wisconsin $125,477 Vermont $125,196

Texas $124,418 Maine $124,367 Arizona $124,291 Ohio $124,201 Georgia $123,028 Indiana $122,441 Wyoming $122,326 Utah $122,148

Iowa $122,071 Kansas $121,459 Louisiana $121,280 North Carolina $121,216 Missouri $121,191 Florida $120,693 Montana $120,426 Nebraska $120,171

Kentucky $120,030 South Carolina $119,520 Tennessee $119,201 Idaho $119,074 New Mexico $118,142 Oklahoma $117,938 Alabama $117,186 South Dakota $115,923

Arkansas $115,234 West Virginia $114,864 Mississippi $113,754

Top Paying Cities for Lead QA Analysts

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: $128,594
Little Creek: $129,536
Magnolia: $129,349

Lincoln, DE $128,594 Little Creek, DE $129,536 Magnolia, DE $129,349 Milford, DE $128,921 Marydel, DE $129,133 Millsboro, DE $128,055 Millville, DE $128,252 Milton, DE $128,474

Nassau, DE $128,568 Ocean View, DE $128,231 Rehoboth Beach, DE $128,477 Seaford, DE $128,550 Selbyville, DE $128,018 Smyrna, DE $129,625 Viola, DE $129,028 Woodside, DE $129,375

Bear, DE $129,076 Newark, DE $129,028 Claymont, DE $129,292 Delaware City, DE $129,157 Hockessin, DE $129,017 Kirkwood, DE $129,133 Middletown, DE $129,182 Montchanin, DE $129,046

New Castle, DE $129,065 Odessa, DE $129,246 Port Penn, DE $129,333 Rockland, DE $129,059 Saint Georges, DE $129,142 Townsend, DE $129,341 Winterthur, DE $129,074 Lewes, DE $128,524

Wilmington, DE $129,023 Dover, DE $129,536 Dover Afb, DE $128,853 Bethany Beach, DE $128,096 Bethel, DE $128,228 Bridgeville, DE $128,531 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,171 Cheswold, DE $129,494

Clayton, DE $129,497 Dagsboro, DE $128,006 Delmar, DE $127,801 Ellendale, DE $128,189 Felton, DE $128,911 Fenwick Island, DE $128,034 Frankford, DE $127,811 Frederica, DE $129,038

Georgetown, DE $127,958 Greenwood, DE $128,551 Harbeson, DE $128,094 Harrington, DE $128,747 Hartly, DE $129,148 Houston, DE $128,564 Kenton, DE $129,504 Laurel, DE $127,881

Yorklyn, DE $129,055

Lead QA Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead QA Analyst'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

$117,207

Average $129,176/year

$142,061

$9,767

Average $10,765/month

$11,838

$2,254

Average $2,484/week

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Average $62/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,061	$11,838	$2,732	$68
Average	$129,176	$10,765	$2,484	$62
25th Percentile	$117,207	$9,767	$2,254	$56

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