What are the main factors that influence a Performance Test Engineer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Performance Test Engineer?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Performance Test Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Performance Test Engineer's salary?

A Performance Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $73,437, a Performance Test Engineer (2-4 years)earns $82,596, a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,822, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,787, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,516,

What are the highest paying states for a Performance Test Engineer?

Performance Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Performance Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $90,878, California $90,533, Massachusetts $89,327. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Performance Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Performance Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Database Planning and Performance Engineer VI: $188,920; Senior Performance Test Engineer: $130,834; Software Performance Engineer: $129,466; Performance Test Lead: $123,363; Test Engineer: $112,521.

Performance Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Performance Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Performance Test Engineer in Delaware is $83,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,767
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,325 to $90,264
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,137

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Performance Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,264	$7,522	$1,736	$43
Average	$83,121	$6,927	$1,598	$40
25th Percentile	$76,325	$6,360	$1,468	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Performance Test Engineer Salaries

A Performance Test Engineer'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 Performance Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Performance Test Engineer'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): $73,437
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,596
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,822
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,787
Expert (over 8 years): $152,516

Levels	Salary
Test Engi... Level Performance Test Engineer	$73,437
Performan... Level Performance Test Engineer	$82,596
Test Engi... Level Performance Test Engineer	$115,822
Test Engi... Level Performance Test Engineer	$139,787
Test Engi... Level Performance Test Engineer	$152,516

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How Do Performance Test Engineer 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 Performance Test Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,878.
California: $90,533.
Massachusetts: $89,327.

District of Columbia $90,878 California $90,533 Massachusetts $89,327 Washington $88,998 New Jersey $88,965 Alaska $88,851 Connecticut $87,718 New York $87,258

Hawaii $85,789 Rhode Island $85,100 Maryland $84,632 Minnesota $83,991 Colorado $83,745 Illinois $83,663 Oregon $83,351 Delaware $83,121

New Hampshire $82,977 Virginia $82,654 Pennsylvania $81,710 Nevada $81,234 North Dakota $81,078 Michigan $80,831 Wisconsin $80,741 Vermont $80,561

Texas $80,060 Maine $80,027 Arizona $79,978 Ohio $79,920 Georgia $79,165 Indiana $78,788 Wyoming $78,714 Utah $78,599

Iowa $78,550 Kansas $78,156 Louisiana $78,041 North Carolina $78,000 Missouri $77,983 Florida $77,663 Montana $77,491 Nebraska $77,327

Kentucky $77,236 South Carolina $76,908 Tennessee $76,703 Idaho $76,621 New Mexico $76,022 Oklahoma $75,890 Alabama $75,406 South Dakota $74,593

Arkansas $74,150 West Virginia $73,912 Mississippi $73,198

Top Paying Cities for Performance Test Engineers

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: $82,747
Little Creek: $83,353
Magnolia: $83,233

Lincoln, DE $82,747 Little Creek, DE $83,353 Magnolia, DE $83,233 Milford, DE $82,957 Marydel, DE $83,093 Millsboro, DE $82,400 Millville, DE $82,527 Milton, DE $82,670

Nassau, DE $82,730 Ocean View, DE $82,513 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,672 Seaford, DE $82,718 Selbyville, DE $82,376 Smyrna, DE $83,410 Viola, DE $83,026 Woodside, DE $83,249

Bear, DE $83,057 Newark, DE $83,026 Claymont, DE $83,196 Delaware City, DE $83,109 Hockessin, DE $83,019 Kirkwood, DE $83,093 Middletown, DE $83,126 Montchanin, DE $83,038

New Castle, DE $83,050 Odessa, DE $83,167 Port Penn, DE $83,222 Rockland, DE $83,046 Saint Georges, DE $83,099 Townsend, DE $83,227 Winterthur, DE $83,056 Lewes, DE $82,702

Wilmington, DE $83,023 Dover, DE $83,353 Dover Afb, DE $82,914 Bethany Beach, DE $82,426 Bethel, DE $82,512 Bridgeville, DE $82,706 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,118 Cheswold, DE $83,326

Clayton, DE $83,328 Dagsboro, DE $82,369 Delmar, DE $82,237 Ellendale, DE $82,486 Felton, DE $82,951 Fenwick Island, DE $82,387 Frankford, DE $82,243 Frederica, DE $83,033

Georgetown, DE $82,338 Greenwood, DE $82,719 Harbeson, DE $82,425 Harrington, DE $82,846 Hartly, DE $83,103 Houston, DE $82,727 Kenton, DE $83,332 Laurel, DE $82,288

Yorklyn, DE $83,043

Performance Test Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Performance Test Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Performance Test Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Performance Test Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Performance Test Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$99,746	$48.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,083	$47.0	18%
Biotechnology	$95,590	$46.0	15%
Insurance	$93,096	$45.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$91,434	$44.0	10%

Performance Test Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Performance Test Engineer'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.

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$76,325

Average $83,121/year

$90,264

$6,360

Average $6,927/month

$7,522

$1,468

Average $1,598/week

$1,736

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,264	$7,522	$1,736	$43
Average	$83,121	$6,927	$1,598	$40
25th Percentile	$76,325	$6,360	$1,468	$37

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