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

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

How does experience change a Test Development Engineer's salary?

A Test Development Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,537 for beginners, reaching about $109,292 at mid-level, and approach $115,973 for experts.

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

Test Development Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Development Engineer roles are District of Columbia $122,118, California $121,654, Massachusetts $120,033. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Test Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Test Engineer V: $166,863; Test Engineer: $112,459; Senior Test Engineer: $112,090; Test Engineer III: $112,075; Staff Test Development Engineer: $108,976.

Test Development Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Development Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Development Engineer in Delaware is $111,695 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,538
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,909 to $120,511
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,821

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Test Development Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,511	$10,043	$2,318	$58
Average	$111,695	$9,308	$2,148	$54
25th Percentile	$103,909	$8,659	$1,998	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Test Development Engineer Salaries

A Test Development 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 Test Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Test Development 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): $107,537
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,122
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,292
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,640
Expert (over 8 years): $115,973

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Test Development Engineer	$107,537
Intermediate Level Test Development Engineer	$108,122
Senior Level Test Development Engineer	$109,292
Specialist Level Test Development Engineer	$113,640
Expert Level Test Development Engineer	$115,973

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

District of Columbia: $122,118.
California: $121,654.
Massachusetts: $120,033.

District of Columbia $122,118 California $121,654 Massachusetts $120,033 Washington $119,592 New Jersey $119,548 Alaska $119,393 Connecticut $117,871 New York $117,254

Hawaii $115,279 Rhode Island $114,353 Maryland $113,724 Minnesota $112,864 Colorado $112,533 Illinois $112,423 Oregon $112,004 Delaware $111,695

New Hampshire $111,501 Virginia $111,066 Pennsylvania $109,798 Nevada $109,158 North Dakota $108,948 Michigan $108,618 Wisconsin $108,496 Vermont $108,254

Texas $107,581 Maine $107,537 Arizona $107,470 Ohio $107,393 Georgia $106,379 Indiana $105,871 Wyoming $105,772 Utah $105,618

Iowa $105,551 Kansas $105,022 Louisiana $104,868 North Carolina $104,812 Missouri $104,790 Florida $104,360 Montana $104,129 Nebraska $103,908

Kentucky $103,787 South Carolina $103,345 Tennessee $103,070 Idaho $102,959 New Mexico $102,154 Oklahoma $101,978 Alabama $101,327 South Dakota $100,235

Arkansas $99,640 West Virginia $99,320 Mississippi $98,360

Top Paying Cities for Test Development 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: $115,599
Little Creek: $114,529
Magnolia: $115,004

Lincoln, DE $115,599 Little Creek, DE $114,529 Magnolia, DE $115,004 Milford, DE $115,599 Marydel, DE $114,099 Millsboro, DE $115,599 Millville, DE $116,371 Milton, DE $115,599

Nassau, DE $115,599 Ocean View, DE $116,371 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,371 Seaford, DE $114,386 Selbyville, DE $116,371 Smyrna, DE $113,967 Viola, DE $115,004 Woodside, DE $114,673

Bear, DE $113,129 Newark, DE $113,173 Claymont, DE $113,261 Delaware City, DE $113,173 Hockessin, DE $113,261 Kirkwood, DE $113,173 Middletown, DE $113,735 Montchanin, DE $113,261

New Castle, DE $113,261 Odessa, DE $113,890 Port Penn, DE $112,864 Rockland, DE $113,261 Saint Georges, DE $113,173 Townsend, DE $113,724 Winterthur, DE $113,261 Lewes, DE $115,599

Wilmington, DE $113,261 Dover, DE $114,474 Dover Afb, DE $114,739 Bethany Beach, DE $116,371 Bethel, DE $114,386 Bridgeville, DE $115,599 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,595 Cheswold, DE $114,209

Clayton, DE $113,923 Dagsboro, DE $116,371 Delmar, DE $114,386 Ellendale, DE $115,599 Felton, DE $115,599 Fenwick Island, DE $116,371 Frankford, DE $116,371 Frederica, DE $115,599

Georgetown, DE $115,599 Greenwood, DE $115,599 Harbeson, DE $115,599 Harrington, DE $115,599 Hartly, DE $113,868 Houston, DE $115,599 Kenton, DE $113,923 Laurel, DE $114,386

Yorklyn, DE $113,261

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

Understanding how a Test Development 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$103,909

Average $111,695/year

$120,511

$8,659

Average $9,308/month

$10,043

$1,998

Average $2,148/week

$2,318

$50

Average $54/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,511	$10,043	$2,318	$58
Average	$111,695	$9,308	$2,148	$54
25th Percentile	$103,909	$8,659	$1,998	$50

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