Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance in the United States is $102,193 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,511
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,795 to $112,828
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,508
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Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $112,828 $9,402 $2,170 $54
Average $102,193 $8,516 $1,965 $49
25th Percentile $89,795 $7,483 $1,727 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance Salaries

An Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance'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): $172,040
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,319
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,977
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,313
  • Expert (over 8 years): $170,091
Levels Salary
Quality C... Level Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance$172,040
Quality C... Level Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance$84,319
Assistant... Level Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance$99,977
Quality C... Level Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance$121,313
Quality C... Level Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance$170,091
$172,040 0 yr
$84,319 < 2 yrs
$99,977 2-4 yrs
$121,313 5-8 yrs
$170,091 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance 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 Assistant Manager of Quality Assurances. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $113,148.
  • California: $112,719.
  • Massachusetts: $111,217.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Manager of Quality Assurances

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: $128,896
  • San Francisco: $127,629
  • Oakland: $124,798

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 5.48% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • HACCP (Mentioned in 2.32% Job Postings): HACCP is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement to manufacturing and consumption of the finished product.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 1.56% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
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Leadership 5.48%
HACCP 2.32%
Packaging 1.56%
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 Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Six Sigma: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
 $105,259
3%
Quality Assurance
 $105,259
3%
Six Sigma
 $105,259
3%
Quality Management System
 $105,259
3%
Collaboration
 $104,237
2%
Internal Audit
 $104,237
2%
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How Education impacts an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Manager of Quality Assurances enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance with a Associate's Degree is between $90,995 and $99,468).

Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.5%
High School 24.6%
Associates 15.8%
Bachelors 40.4%
Masters 14.0%
Doctorate 1.8%
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Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance'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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$89,795
Average $102,193/year
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Average $8,516/month
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Average $1,965/week
$2,170
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Average $49/hour
$54
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $112,828 $9,402 $2,170 $54
Average $102,193 $8,516 $1,965 $49
25th Percentile $89,795 $7,483 $1,727 $43

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Salary Trends for Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance

Salaries for an Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $73,952 in 2023 to around $72,448 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Manager of Quality Assurance salary trends, .

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