QA Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a QA Analyst make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a QA Analyst in the United States is $98,790 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,345
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,652 to $106,932
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,332
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QA Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $106,932 $8,911 $2,056 $51
Average $98,790 $8,233 $1,900 $47
25th Percentile $89,652 $7,471 $1,724 $43
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Key Factors That Influence QA Analyst Salaries

A 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects QA Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 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): $93,992
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,692
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,812
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,790
  • Expert (over 8 years): $101,784
Levels Salary
Entry Level QA Analyst$93,992
Intermediate Level QA Analyst$94,692
Senior Level QA Analyst$95,812
Specialist Level QA Analyst$98,790
Expert Level QA Analyst$101,784
$93,992 0 yr
$94,692 < 2 yrs
$95,812 2-4 yrs
$98,790 5-8 yrs
$101,784 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for 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:

  • San Jose: $124,604
  • San Francisco: $123,379
  • Oakland: $120,643

What Skills Can Increase a QA Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.19% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 2.11% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
  • Product Quality (Mentioned in 1.46% Job Postings): Product quality refers to how well a product satisfies customer needs, serves its purpose and meets industry standards. When evaluating product quality, businesses consider several key factors, including whether a product solves a problem, works efficiently or suits customers' purposes.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 4.19%
Packaging 2.11%
Product Quality 1.46%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a QA Analyst's salary.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Process Improvement
$102,742
4%
Computer Science
$102,742
4%
Project Management
$102,742
4%
Quality Management
$102,742
4%
Leadership
$102,742
4%
Change Control
$102,742
4%
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How Education impacts a QA Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many QA Analysts enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a QA Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree is between $100,752 and $105,909).

QA Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for QA Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 12.9%
High School 12.9%
Associates 5.3%
Bachelors 57.6%
Masters 23.5%
Doctorate 0.6%
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QA Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 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

Salary Trends for QA Analyst

Salaries for a QA Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,723 in 2023 to around $85,506 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of QA Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of QA Analyst Over Time

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