What are the main factors that influence a Software Quality 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 Software Quality Analyst's salary?

A Software Quality Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Analyst (0-2 years)earns $73,368, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $94,163, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,160, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $131,832, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $154,164,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Quality Analyst?

Software Quality Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Quality Analyst roles are District of Columbia $80,638, California $80,332, Massachusetts $79,262. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Quality Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Software Quality Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Manager: $138,542; IT Services, Systems and Software Quality Analyst III: $109,600; IT Quality Assurance Analyst III: $109,576; IT Services, Systems and Software Quality Analyst II: $85,100; IT Quality Assurance Analyst II: $85,083.

Software Quality Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Quality Analyst make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Quality Analyst in Delaware is $73,756 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,819
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,572 to $79,023
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,853

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Software Quality Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,023	$6,585	$1,520	$38
Average	$73,756	$6,146	$1,418	$35
25th Percentile	$68,572	$5,714	$1,319	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Software Quality Analyst Salaries

A Software Quality 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 Software Quality Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Quality 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): $73,368
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,163
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,160
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,832
Expert (over 8 years): $154,164

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$73,368
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$94,163
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$114,160
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$131,832
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$154,164

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How Do Software Quality 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 Software Quality Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,638.
California: $80,332.
Massachusetts: $79,262.

District of Columbia $80,638 California $80,332 Massachusetts $79,262 Washington $78,970 New Jersey $78,941 Alaska $78,839 Connecticut $77,834 New York $77,426

Hawaii $76,123 Rhode Island $75,511 Maryland $75,096 Minnesota $74,528 Colorado $74,309 Illinois $74,236 Oregon $73,960 Delaware $73,756

New Hampshire $73,628 Virginia $73,341 Pennsylvania $72,503 Nevada $72,081 North Dakota $71,942 Michigan $71,724 Wisconsin $71,644 Vermont $71,483

Texas $71,039 Maine $71,010 Arizona $70,966 Ohio $70,915 Georgia $70,245 Indiana $69,910 Wyoming $69,845 Utah $69,743

Iowa $69,699 Kansas $69,349 Louisiana $69,248 North Carolina $69,211 Missouri $69,197 Florida $68,913 Montana $68,760 Nebraska $68,614

Kentucky $68,534 South Carolina $68,242 Tennessee $68,060 Idaho $67,988 New Mexico $67,456 Oklahoma $67,339 Alabama $66,910 South Dakota $66,189

Arkansas $65,795 West Virginia $65,584 Mississippi $64,951

Top Paying Cities for Software Quality 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: $73,424
Little Creek: $73,961
Magnolia: $73,855

Lincoln, DE $73,424 Little Creek, DE $73,961 Magnolia, DE $73,855 Milford, DE $73,610 Marydel, DE $73,731 Millsboro, DE $73,116 Millville, DE $73,228 Milton, DE $73,355

Nassau, DE $73,408 Ocean View, DE $73,216 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,357 Seaford, DE $73,398 Selbyville, DE $73,094 Smyrna, DE $74,012 Viola, DE $73,671 Woodside, DE $73,869

Bear, DE $73,699 Newark, DE $73,671 Claymont, DE $73,822 Delaware City, DE $73,745 Hockessin, DE $73,665 Kirkwood, DE $73,731 Middletown, DE $73,759 Montchanin, DE $73,681

New Castle, DE $73,692 Odessa, DE $73,796 Port Penn, DE $73,845 Rockland, DE $73,689 Saint Georges, DE $73,736 Townsend, DE $73,850 Winterthur, DE $73,697 Lewes, DE $73,384

Wilmington, DE $73,668 Dover, DE $73,961 Dover Afb, DE $73,571 Bethany Beach, DE $73,139 Bethel, DE $73,215 Bridgeville, DE $73,387 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,753 Cheswold, DE $73,937

Clayton, DE $73,939 Dagsboro, DE $73,088 Delmar, DE $72,971 Ellendale, DE $73,192 Felton, DE $73,604 Fenwick Island, DE $73,104 Frankford, DE $72,976 Frederica, DE $73,677

Georgetown, DE $73,060 Greenwood, DE $73,399 Harbeson, DE $73,138 Harrington, DE $73,511 Hartly, DE $73,740 Houston, DE $73,406 Kenton, DE $73,943 Laurel, DE $73,017

Yorklyn, DE $73,687

Software Quality Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Quality 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.

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$68,572

Average $73,756/year

$79,023

$5,714

Average $6,146/month

$6,585

$1,319

Average $1,418/week

$1,520

$33

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,023	$6,585	$1,520	$38
Average	$73,756	$6,146	$1,418	$35
25th Percentile	$68,572	$5,714	$1,319	$33

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