What are the main factors that influence a QA Associate II'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 QA Associate II?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for QA Associate II roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A QA Associate 's salary?

A QA Associate 's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $69,728, a QA Associate II (2-4 years)earns $84,760, a Quality Assurance Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $102,589, a Quality Assurance Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $127,993, a Quality Assurance Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $154,902,

What are the highest paying states for a QA Associate II?

QA Associate II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for QA Associate II roles are District of Columbia $93,403, California $93,049, Massachusetts $91,809. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of QA Associate roles make?

Salaries for QA Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of QA: $138,957; QA Associate III: $102,717; Qa Engineer II: $99,112; Software QA Engineer II: $93,900; QA/Validation Engineer II: $89,090.

QA Associate II Salary in Delaware

How much does a QA Associate II make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a QA Associate II in Delaware is $85,431 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,871
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,948 to $94,560
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,224

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QA Associate II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,560	$7,880	$1,818	$45
Average	$85,431	$7,119	$1,643	$41
25th Percentile	$76,948	$6,412	$1,480	$37

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Key Factors That Influence QA Associate II Salaries

A QA Associate II'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 QA Associate II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a QA Associate II'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): $69,728
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,760
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,589
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,993
Expert (over 8 years): $154,902

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$69,728
QA Associ... Level QA Associate II	$84,760
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$102,589
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$127,993
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$154,902

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How Do QA Associate II 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 QA Associate IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,403.
California: $93,049.
Massachusetts: $91,809.

District of Columbia $93,403 California $93,049 Massachusetts $91,809 Washington $91,471 New Jersey $91,438 Alaska $91,320 Connecticut $90,155 New York $89,683

Hawaii $88,173 Rhode Island $87,464 Maryland $86,983 Minnesota $86,325 Colorado $86,072 Illinois $85,988 Oregon $85,667 Delaware $85,431

New Hampshire $85,283 Virginia $84,950 Pennsylvania $83,980 Nevada $83,491 North Dakota $83,331 Michigan $83,078 Wisconsin $82,985 Vermont $82,799

Texas $82,285 Maine $82,251 Arizona $82,200 Ohio $82,141 Georgia $81,365 Indiana $80,977 Wyoming $80,901 Utah $80,783

Iowa $80,732 Kansas $80,327 Louisiana $80,209 North Carolina $80,167 Missouri $80,150 Florida $79,821 Montana $79,644 Nebraska $79,475

Kentucky $79,383 South Carolina $79,045 Tennessee $78,834 Idaho $78,750 New Mexico $78,134 Oklahoma $77,999 Alabama $77,501 South Dakota $76,666

Arkansas $76,211 West Virginia $75,966 Mississippi $75,232

Top Paying Cities for QA Associate IIs

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: $85,047
Little Creek: $85,669
Magnolia: $85,546

Lincoln, DE $85,047 Little Creek, DE $85,669 Magnolia, DE $85,546 Milford, DE $85,263 Marydel, DE $85,403 Millsboro, DE $84,690 Millville, DE $84,821 Milton, DE $84,967

Nassau, DE $85,029 Ocean View, DE $84,806 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,969 Seaford, DE $85,017 Selbyville, DE $84,665 Smyrna, DE $85,728 Viola, DE $85,333 Woodside, DE $85,563

Bear, DE $85,365 Newark, DE $85,333 Claymont, DE $85,508 Delaware City, DE $85,419 Hockessin, DE $85,326 Kirkwood, DE $85,403 Middletown, DE $85,435 Montchanin, DE $85,345

New Castle, DE $85,358 Odessa, DE $85,478 Port Penn, DE $85,535 Rockland, DE $85,354 Saint Georges, DE $85,408 Townsend, DE $85,540 Winterthur, DE $85,364 Lewes, DE $85,000

Wilmington, DE $85,330 Dover, DE $85,669 Dover Afb, DE $85,218 Bethany Beach, DE $84,717 Bethel, DE $84,804 Bridgeville, DE $85,004 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,428 Cheswold, DE $85,641

Clayton, DE $85,644 Dagsboro, DE $84,658 Delmar, DE $84,522 Ellendale, DE $84,778 Felton, DE $85,256 Fenwick Island, DE $84,676 Frankford, DE $84,529 Frederica, DE $85,340

Georgetown, DE $84,626 Greenwood, DE $85,018 Harbeson, DE $84,716 Harrington, DE $85,148 Hartly, DE $85,413 Houston, DE $85,026 Kenton, DE $85,648 Laurel, DE $84,575

Yorklyn, DE $85,351

QA Associate II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For QA Associate II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, QA Associate positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view QA Associate II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a QA Associate II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$106,789	$51.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$102,518	$49.0	20%
Financial Services	$98,246	$47.0	15%
Insurance	$95,683	$46.0	12%
Business Services	$93,974	$45.0	10%

QA Associate II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a QA Associate II'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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$76,948

Average $85,431/year

$94,560

$6,412

Average $7,119/month

$7,880

$1,480

Average $1,643/week

$1,818

$37

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,560	$7,880	$1,818	$45
Average	$85,431	$7,119	$1,643	$41
25th Percentile	$76,948	$6,412	$1,480	$37

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