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

A Qa Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,465, a Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $91,170, a Qa Test Engineer (4-7 years)earns $103,118, a Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $128,217, a Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $153,854,

What are the highest paying states for a Qa Test Engineer?

Qa Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Qa Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $112,107, California $111,682, Massachusetts $110,194. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Qa Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Qa Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software QA Engineer VI: $176,600; Software QA Engineer V: $153,700; Software QA Engineer IV: $131,500; Qa Test Manager: $129,283; Software QA Engineer III: $113,900.

Qa Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Qa Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qa Test Engineer in Delaware is $102,539 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,301
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,197 to $110,789
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,601

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Qa Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,789	$9,232	$2,131	$53
Average	$102,539	$8,545	$1,972	$49
25th Percentile	$94,197	$7,850	$1,811	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Qa Test Engineer Salaries

A Qa 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.

How Experience Level Affects Qa Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Qa 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,465
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,170
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,118
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,217
Expert (over 8 years): $153,854

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level Qa Test Engineer	$77,465
Quality A... Level Qa Test Engineer	$91,170
Qa Test E... Level Qa Test Engineer	$103,118
Quality A... Level Qa Test Engineer	$128,217
Quality A... Level Qa Test Engineer	$153,854

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How Do Qa Test Engineer 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 Test Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $112,107.
California: $111,682.
Massachusetts: $110,194.

District of Columbia $112,107 California $111,682 Massachusetts $110,194 Washington $109,789 New Jersey $109,748 Alaska $109,606 Connecticut $108,209 New York $107,642

Hawaii $105,830 Rhode Island $104,979 Maryland $104,402 Minnesota $103,612 Colorado $103,308 Illinois $103,207 Oregon $102,822 Delaware $102,539

New Hampshire $102,361 Virginia $101,962 Pennsylvania $100,797 Nevada $100,210 North Dakota $100,018 Michigan $99,714 Wisconsin $99,603 Vermont $99,380

Texas $98,762 Maine $98,722 Arizona $98,661 Ohio $98,590 Georgia $97,659 Indiana $97,193 Wyoming $97,102 Utah $96,960

Iowa $96,899 Kansas $96,413 Louisiana $96,271 North Carolina $96,221 Missouri $96,200 Florida $95,806 Montana $95,593 Nebraska $95,390

Kentucky $95,279 South Carolina $94,874 Tennessee $94,621 Idaho $94,520 New Mexico $93,781 Oklahoma $93,619 Alabama $93,021 South Dakota $92,019

Arkansas $91,472 West Virginia $91,178 Mississippi $90,297

Top Paying Cities for Qa Test Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $106,123
Little Creek: $105,141
Magnolia: $105,577

Lincoln, DE $106,123 Little Creek, DE $105,141 Magnolia, DE $105,577 Milford, DE $106,123 Marydel, DE $104,746 Millsboro, DE $106,123 Millville, DE $106,832 Milton, DE $106,123

Nassau, DE $106,123 Ocean View, DE $106,832 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,832 Seaford, DE $105,009 Selbyville, DE $106,832 Smyrna, DE $104,625 Viola, DE $105,577 Woodside, DE $105,273

Bear, DE $103,855 Newark, DE $103,896 Claymont, DE $103,977 Delaware City, DE $103,896 Hockessin, DE $103,977 Kirkwood, DE $103,896 Middletown, DE $104,412 Montchanin, DE $103,977

New Castle, DE $103,977 Odessa, DE $104,554 Port Penn, DE $103,612 Rockland, DE $103,977 Saint Georges, DE $103,896 Townsend, DE $104,402 Winterthur, DE $103,977 Lewes, DE $106,123

Wilmington, DE $103,977 Dover, DE $105,090 Dover Afb, DE $105,333 Bethany Beach, DE $106,832 Bethel, DE $105,009 Bridgeville, DE $106,123 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,202 Cheswold, DE $104,847

Clayton, DE $104,584 Dagsboro, DE $106,832 Delmar, DE $105,009 Ellendale, DE $106,123 Felton, DE $106,123 Fenwick Island, DE $106,832 Frankford, DE $106,832 Frederica, DE $106,123

Georgetown, DE $106,123 Greenwood, DE $106,123 Harbeson, DE $106,123 Harrington, DE $106,123 Hartly, DE $104,534 Houston, DE $106,123 Kenton, DE $104,584 Laurel, DE $105,009

Yorklyn, DE $103,977

Qa Test Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Qa 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.

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$94,197

Average $102,539/year

$110,789

$7,850

Average $8,545/month

$9,232

$1,811

Average $1,972/week

$2,131

$45

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,789	$9,232	$2,131	$53
Average	$102,539	$8,545	$1,972	$49
25th Percentile	$94,197	$7,850	$1,811	$45

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