What are the main factors that influence a Qa Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Qa Associate's salary?

A Qa Associate's salary grows with experience: a Qa Associate (0-1 years)earns $50,035, a Quality Control Inspector II (1-3 years)earns $54,903, a Quality Control Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $69,389, a Quality Control Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $77,674,

What are the highest paying states for a Qa Associate?

Qa Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Qa Associate roles are District of Columbia $53,117, California $52,915, Massachusetts $52,210. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Qa Associate roles make?

Salaries for Qa Associate level roles vary by specialization: QA Director: $198,190; Associate Director of QA: $138,961; QA Manager: $128,390; QA Associate III: $102,707; QA Analyst III: $100,900.

Qa Associate Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Qa Associate make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qa Associate in Rhode Island is $49,739 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,279
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,480 to $54,209
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,602

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Qa Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,209	$4,517	$1,042	$26
Average	$49,739	$4,145	$957	$24
25th Percentile	$45,480	$3,790	$875	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Qa Associate Salaries

A Qa Associate'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 Do Qa Associate 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 Qa Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,117.
California: $52,915.
Massachusetts: $52,210.

District of Columbia $53,117 California $52,915 Massachusetts $52,210 Washington $52,018 New Jersey $51,999 Alaska $51,932 Connecticut $51,270 New York $51,001

Hawaii $50,142 Rhode Island $49,739 Maryland $49,466 Minnesota $49,092 Colorado $48,948 Illinois $48,900 Oregon $48,718 Delaware $48,583

New Hampshire $48,499 Virginia $48,310 Pennsylvania $47,758 Nevada $47,480 North Dakota $47,389 Michigan $47,245 Wisconsin $47,192 Vermont $47,086

Texas $46,794 Maine $46,775 Arizona $46,746 Ohio $46,712 Georgia $46,271 Indiana $46,050 Wyoming $46,007 Utah $45,940

Iowa $45,911 Kansas $45,681 Louisiana $45,614 North Carolina $45,590 Missouri $45,580 Florida $45,393 Montana $45,292 Nebraska $45,196

Kentucky $45,144 South Carolina $44,952 Tennessee $44,832 Idaho $44,784 New Mexico $44,434 Oklahoma $44,357 Alabama $44,074 South Dakota $43,599

Arkansas $43,340 West Virginia $43,201 Mississippi $42,783

Top Paying Cities for Qa Associates

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:

Adamsville: $50,361
Albion: $49,936
Ashaway: $50,266

Adamsville, RI $50,361 Albion, RI $49,936 Ashaway, RI $50,266 Barrington, RI $49,804 Block Island, RI $50,081 Bradford, RI $50,235 Bristol, RI $49,996 Carolina, RI $50,152

Charlestown, RI $50,171 Chepachet, RI $50,071 Clayville, RI $49,931 Coventry, RI $49,934 West Greenwich, RI $50,071 East Greenwich, RI $49,900 Exeter, RI $50,058 Fiskeville, RI $49,803

Forestdale, RI $50,187 Foster, RI $50,045 Glendale, RI $50,191 Greene, RI $50,110 Greenville, RI $49,822 Harmony, RI $49,887 Harrisville, RI $50,169 Hope, RI $49,834

Hope Valley, RI $50,222 Hopkinton, RI $50,288 Jamestown, RI $50,120 Kenyon, RI $50,146 Little Compton, RI $50,354 Manville, RI $50,001 Mapleville, RI $50,081 Newport, RI $50,170

Middletown, RI $50,192 North Kingstown, RI $49,986 North Scituate, RI $49,887 Oakland, RI $50,135 Pascoag, RI $50,202 Pawtucket, RI $49,730 Central Falls, RI $49,752 Cumberland, RI $50,034

Lincoln, RI $49,802 Portsmouth, RI $50,165 Prudence Island, RI $50,062 Rockville, RI $50,280 Saunderstown, RI $50,090 Shannock, RI $50,149 Slatersville, RI $50,188 Slocum, RI $50,088

Tiverton, RI $50,318 Wakefield, RI $50,132 Kingston, RI $50,113 Narragansett, RI $50,146 Peace Dale, RI $50,126 Warren, RI $49,933 Warwick, RI $49,794 Westerly, RI $50,278

West Kingston, RI $50,129 West Warwick, RI $49,855 Wood River Junction, RI $50,200 Woonsocket, RI $50,190 North Smithfield, RI $50,076 Wyoming, RI $50,149 Providence, RI $49,715 Cranston, RI $49,722

North Providence, RI $49,728 East Providence, RI $49,719 Riverside, RI $49,735 Rumford, RI $49,727 Smithfield, RI $49,828 Johnston, RI $49,745

Qa Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Qa Associate'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 May 01, 2026

$45,480

Average $49,739/year

$54,209

$3,790

Average $4,145/month

$4,517

$875

Average $957/week

$1,042

$22

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,209	$4,517	$1,042	$26
Average	$49,739	$4,145	$957	$24
25th Percentile	$45,480	$3,790	$875	$22

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