Advanced Quality Control Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Advanced Quality Control Technician make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Advanced Quality Control Technician in the United States is $58,406 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Advanced Quality Control Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,433
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,842 to $66,272
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,776
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Advanced Quality Control Technician Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $66,272 $5,523 $1,274 $32
Average $58,406 $4,867 $1,123 $28
25th Percentile $52,842 $4,403 $1,016 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Advanced Quality Control Technician Salaries

An Advanced Quality Control Technician'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 Advanced Quality Control Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Advanced Quality Control Technician'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): $55,004
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $55,405
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,313
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,498
  • Expert (over 8 years): $60,044
Levels Salary
Entry Level Advanced Quality Control Technician$55,004
Intermediate Level Advanced Quality Control Technician$55,405
Senior Level Advanced Quality Control Technician$57,313
Specialist Level Advanced Quality Control Technician$59,498
Expert Level Advanced Quality Control Technician$60,044
$55,004 0 yr
$55,405 < 2 yrs
$57,313 2-4 yrs
$59,498 5-8 yrs
$60,044 > 8 yrs
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How Do Advanced Quality Control Technician 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 Advanced Quality Control Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,667.
  • California: $64,421.
  • Massachusetts: $63,563.

Top Paying Cities for Advanced Quality Control Technicians

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: $73,667
  • San Francisco: $72,861
  • Oakland: $71,325

What Skills Can Increase an Advanced Quality Control Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.13% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • ISO (Mentioned in 3.36% Job Postings): The International Organization for Standardization is an international standard development organization composed of representatives from the national standards organizations of member countries.
  • HVAC (Mentioned in 1.69% Job Postings): Designing, developing, maintaining, and updating Heating, Ventilation, Air-conditioning and Cooling system.
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Analysis 6.13%
ISO 3.36%
HVAC 1.69%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 an Advanced Quality Control Technician's salary.
  • Programming: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Troubleshooting: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Schematic: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Programming
 $61,910
6%
Troubleshooting
 $61,326
5%
Schematic
 $60,742
4%
Quality Management
 $60,742
4%
Continuous Improvement
 $60,158
3%
Coordination
 $60,158
3%
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Advanced Quality Control Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Advanced Quality Control Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Durable, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Advanced Quality Control Technician positions in MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Advanced Quality Control Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Advanced Quality Control Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable$75,927$37.030%

Advanced Quality Control Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Advanced Quality Control Technician'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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Average $58,406/year
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Average $4,867/month
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Average $1,123/week
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Average $28/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $66,272 $5,523 $1,274 $32
Average $58,406 $4,867 $1,123 $28
25th Percentile $52,842 $4,403 $1,016 $25

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Salary Trends for Advanced Quality Control Technician

Salaries for an Advanced Quality Control Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $44,538 in 2023 to around $43,440 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Advanced Quality Control Technician salary trends, .

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