What are the main factors that influence a Software QA Tester's salary?

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

How does experience change A Software QA Tester's salary?

A Software QA Tester's salary grows with experience: an Software QA Tester (0-2 years)earns $72,151, an IT Quality Assurance Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $87,665, an IT Quality Assurance Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $112,885, an IT Quality Assurance Process Consultant (7-10 years)earns $134,956, an IT Quality Assurance Manager (10+ years)earns $125,200,

What are the highest paying states for a Software QA Tester?

Software QA Tester salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software QA Tester roles are District of Columbia $79,301, California $79,000, Massachusetts $77,947. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software QA Tester roles make?

Salaries for Software QA Tester level roles vary by specialization: Software Tester: $79,214; Software Qa: $72,023; Contract QA Tester: $70,846; Manual QA Tester: $68,699; Web Qa Tester: $64,625.

Software QA Tester Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software QA Tester make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software QA Tester in Delaware is $72,533 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,440
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,116 to $77,719
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,274

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Software QA Tester Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,719	$6,477	$1,495	$37
Average	$72,533	$6,044	$1,395	$35
25th Percentile	$66,116	$5,510	$1,271	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Software QA Tester Salaries

A Software QA Tester'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 Software QA Tester Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software QA Tester'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): $72,151
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,665
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,885
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,956
Expert (over 8 years): $125,200

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software QA Tester	$72,151
IT Qualit... Level Software QA Tester	$87,665
IT Qualit... Level Software QA Tester	$112,885
IT Qualit... Level Software QA Tester	$134,956
IT Qualit... Level Software QA Tester	$125,200

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How Do Software QA Tester 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 Software QA Testers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,301.
California: $79,000.
Massachusetts: $77,947.

District of Columbia $79,301 California $79,000 Massachusetts $77,947 Washington $77,661 New Jersey $77,632 Alaska $77,532 Connecticut $76,543 New York $76,142

Hawaii $74,860 Rhode Island $74,259 Maryland $73,850 Minnesota $73,292 Colorado $73,077 Illinois $73,005 Oregon $72,733 Delaware $72,533

New Hampshire $72,406 Virginia $72,124 Pennsylvania $71,301 Nevada $70,885 North Dakota $70,749 Michigan $70,534 Wisconsin $70,455 Vermont $70,298

Texas $69,861 Maine $69,832 Arizona $69,789 Ohio $69,739 Georgia $69,080 Indiana $68,751 Wyoming $68,686 Utah $68,586

Iowa $68,543 Kansas $68,199 Louisiana $68,099 North Carolina $68,063 Missouri $68,049 Florida $67,770 Montana $67,619 Nebraska $67,476

Kentucky $67,397 South Carolina $67,111 Tennessee $66,932 Idaho $66,860 New Mexico $66,337 Oklahoma $66,223 Alabama $65,800 South Dakota $65,091

Arkansas $64,704 West Virginia $64,496 Mississippi $63,873

Top Paying Cities for Software QA Testers

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: $75,068
Little Creek: $74,373
Magnolia: $74,681

Lincoln, DE $75,068 Little Creek, DE $74,373 Magnolia, DE $74,681 Milford, DE $75,068 Marydel, DE $74,094 Millsboro, DE $75,068 Millville, DE $75,569 Milton, DE $75,068

Nassau, DE $75,068 Ocean View, DE $75,569 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,569 Seaford, DE $74,280 Selbyville, DE $75,569 Smyrna, DE $74,008 Viola, DE $74,681 Woodside, DE $74,466

Bear, DE $73,464 Newark, DE $73,492 Claymont, DE $73,550 Delaware City, DE $73,492 Hockessin, DE $73,550 Kirkwood, DE $73,492 Middletown, DE $73,858 Montchanin, DE $73,550

New Castle, DE $73,550 Odessa, DE $73,958 Port Penn, DE $73,292 Rockland, DE $73,550 Saint Georges, DE $73,492 Townsend, DE $73,850 Winterthur, DE $73,550 Lewes, DE $75,068

Wilmington, DE $73,550 Dover, DE $74,337 Dover Afb, DE $74,509 Bethany Beach, DE $75,569 Bethel, DE $74,280 Bridgeville, DE $75,068 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,416 Cheswold, DE $74,166

Clayton, DE $73,979 Dagsboro, DE $75,569 Delmar, DE $74,280 Ellendale, DE $75,068 Felton, DE $75,068 Fenwick Island, DE $75,569 Frankford, DE $75,569 Frederica, DE $75,068

Georgetown, DE $75,068 Greenwood, DE $75,068 Harbeson, DE $75,068 Harrington, DE $75,068 Hartly, DE $73,943 Houston, DE $75,068 Kenton, DE $73,979 Laurel, DE $74,280

Yorklyn, DE $73,550

Software QA Tester Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software QA Tester'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 February 01, 2026

$66,116

Average $72,533/year

$77,719

$5,510

Average $6,044/month

$6,477

$1,271

Average $1,395/week

$1,495

$32

Average $35/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,719	$6,477	$1,495	$37
Average	$72,533	$6,044	$1,395	$35
25th Percentile	$66,116	$5,510	$1,271	$32

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