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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Product Test Engineer in New York is $91,548 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.
However, a Product Test Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Product Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $98,731 | $8,228 | $1,899 | $47 |
| Average | $91,548 | $7,629 | $1,761 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $85,533 | $7,128 | $1,645 | $41 |
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A Product Test 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Product Test 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Quality A... Level Product Test Engineer | $78,137 |
| Product T... Level Product Test Engineer | $91,966 |
| Quality A... Level Product Test Engineer | $104,019 |
| Quality A... Level Product Test Engineer | $129,372 |
| Quality A... Level Product Test Engineer | $155,220 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Product Test Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Product Test Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Product Test Engineer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Product Test Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $109,858 | $53.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $109,858 | $53.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $109,858 | $53.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $109,858 | $53.0 | 20% |
| Software & Networking | $109,858 | $53.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Product Test 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $98,731 | $8,228 | $1,899 | $47 |
| Average | $91,548 | $7,629 | $1,761 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $85,533 | $7,128 | $1,645 | $41 |
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