Device Tester Salary in the United States

How much does a Device Tester make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Device Tester in the United States is $63,842 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,215
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,214 to $69,272
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,089
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Device Tester Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $69,272 $5,773 $1,332 $33
Average $63,842 $5,320 $1,228 $31
25th Percentile $58,214 $4,851 $1,119 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Device Tester Salaries

A Device 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 Device Tester Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Device 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): $46,867
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,163
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,443
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,321
  • Expert (over 8 years): $118,330
Levels Salary
Software ... Level Device Tester$46,867
Software ... Level Device Tester$53,163
Device Te... Level Device Tester$63,443
Software ... Level Device Tester$71,321
Software ... Level Device Tester$118,330
$46,867 0 yr
$53,163 < 2 yrs
$63,443 2-4 yrs
$71,321 5-8 yrs
$118,330 > 8 yrs
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How Do Device 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 Device Testers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $70,686.
  • California: $70,418.
  • Massachusetts: $69,480.

Top Paying Cities for Device 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:

  • San Jose: $80,524
  • San Francisco: $79,733
  • Oakland: $77,964

What Skills Can Increase a Device Tester's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.17% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 3.54% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
  • Java (Mentioned in 1.95% Job Postings): Using Java in the development and maintenance of application programs and systems.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 4.17%
SQL 3.54%
Java 1.95%
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 a Device Tester's salary.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Agile Development: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Process Improvement
$75,334
18%
Commitment
$72,780
14%
Agile Development
$71,503
12%
Jira
$71,503
12%
Troubleshooting
$70,865
11%
Written Communication
$70,865
11%
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Device Tester Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Device 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

Salary Trends for Device Tester

Salaries for a Device Tester can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $60,285 in 2023 to around $60,761 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Device Tester salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Device Tester Over Time

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2024 $61,080
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