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: starting around $123,584 for beginners, reaching about $125,053 at mid-level, and approach $131,332 for experts.

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 $141,149, California $140,614, Massachusetts $138,740. 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: $140,381; Software Qa Lead: $126,321; QA Analyst IV: $125,900; Qa Lead: $123,269; Qa Team Lead: $122,951.

Lead QA Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead QA Analyst make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead QA Analyst in Delaware is $129,102 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): $153,243
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,975 to $141,739
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,934

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Lead QA Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,739	$11,812	$2,726	$68
Average	$129,102	$10,759	$2,483	$62
25th Percentile	$116,975	$9,748	$2,250	$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): $123,584
Early Career (1-2 years): $124,135
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,053
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,888
Expert (over 8 years): $131,332

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead QA Analyst	$123,584
Intermediate Level Lead QA Analyst	$124,135
Senior Level Lead QA Analyst	$125,053
Specialist Level Lead QA Analyst	$126,888
Expert Level Lead QA Analyst	$131,332

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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: $141,149.
California: $140,614.
Massachusetts: $138,740.

District of Columbia $141,149 California $140,614 Massachusetts $138,740 Washington $138,230 New Jersey $138,179 Alaska $138,000 Connecticut $136,241 New York $135,527

Hawaii $133,245 Rhode Island $132,174 Maryland $131,448 Minnesota $130,453 Colorado $130,071 Illinois $129,943 Oregon $129,459 Delaware $129,102

New Hampshire $128,878 Virginia $128,375 Pennsylvania $126,909 Nevada $126,170 North Dakota $125,928 Michigan $125,545 Wisconsin $125,405 Vermont $125,125

Texas $124,347 Maine $124,296 Arizona $124,219 Ohio $124,130 Georgia $122,957 Indiana $122,371 Wyoming $122,256 Utah $122,078

Iowa $122,001 Kansas $121,389 Louisiana $121,211 North Carolina $121,147 Missouri $121,122 Florida $120,624 Montana $120,357 Nebraska $120,102

Kentucky $119,962 South Carolina $119,452 Tennessee $119,133 Idaho $119,005 New Mexico $118,075 Oklahoma $117,871 Alabama $117,119 South Dakota $115,857

Arkansas $115,168 West Virginia $114,798 Mississippi $113,689

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: $133,615
Little Creek: $132,378
Magnolia: $132,927

Lincoln, DE $133,615 Little Creek, DE $132,378 Magnolia, DE $132,927 Milford, DE $133,615 Marydel, DE $131,881 Millsboro, DE $133,615 Millville, DE $134,507 Milton, DE $133,615

Nassau, DE $133,615 Ocean View, DE $134,507 Rehoboth Beach, DE $134,507 Seaford, DE $132,213 Selbyville, DE $134,507 Smyrna, DE $131,728 Viola, DE $132,927 Woodside, DE $132,544

Bear, DE $130,759 Newark, DE $130,810 Claymont, DE $130,912 Delaware City, DE $130,810 Hockessin, DE $130,912 Kirkwood, DE $130,810 Middletown, DE $131,460 Montchanin, DE $130,912

New Castle, DE $130,912 Odessa, DE $131,639 Port Penn, DE $130,453 Rockland, DE $130,912 Saint Georges, DE $130,810 Townsend, DE $131,448 Winterthur, DE $130,912 Lewes, DE $133,615

Wilmington, DE $130,912 Dover, DE $132,315 Dover Afb, DE $132,621 Bethany Beach, DE $134,507 Bethel, DE $132,213 Bridgeville, DE $133,615 Camden Wyoming, DE $132,455 Cheswold, DE $132,009

Clayton, DE $131,677 Dagsboro, DE $134,507 Delmar, DE $132,213 Ellendale, DE $133,615 Felton, DE $133,615 Fenwick Island, DE $134,507 Frankford, DE $134,507 Frederica, DE $133,615

Georgetown, DE $133,615 Greenwood, DE $133,615 Harbeson, DE $133,615 Harrington, DE $133,615 Hartly, DE $131,613 Houston, DE $133,615 Kenton, DE $131,677 Laurel, DE $132,213

Yorklyn, DE $130,912

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 January 01, 2026

$116,975

Average $129,102/year

$141,739

$9,748

Average $10,759/month

$11,812

$2,250

Average $2,483/week

$2,726

$56

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,739	$11,812	$2,726	$68
Average	$129,102	$10,759	$2,483	$62
25th Percentile	$116,975	$9,748	$2,250	$56

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