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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Qa Test Manager?

The Telecom industry offers the highest average compensation for Qa Test Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Qa Test Manager's salary?

A Qa Test Manager's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $129,332, a Quality Assurance Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $156,522, a Qa Test Manager (10+ years)earns $131,893, a Quality Assurance Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $167,019, a Quality Assurance Director (10+ years)earns $203,606,

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

Qa Test Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Qa Test Manager roles are District of Columbia $143,183, California $142,640, Massachusetts $140,739. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Qa Test Manager level roles vary by specialization: Software QA Senior Manager: $166,390; Software QA Manager: $137,650; Software QA Engineer IV: $131,500; QA Manager: $128,390; Software QA Supervisor: $120,610.

Qa Test Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Qa Test Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qa Test Manager in Delaware is $130,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,434
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,567 to $143,248
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,372

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Qa Test Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,248	$11,937	$2,755	$69
Average	$130,962	$10,914	$2,519	$63
25th Percentile	$117,567	$9,797	$2,261	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Qa Test Manager Salaries

A Qa Test Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Qa Test Manager'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): $129,332
Early Career (1-2 years): $156,522
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,893
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $167,019
Expert (over 8 years): $203,606

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level Qa Test Manager	$129,332
Quality A... Level Qa Test Manager	$156,522
Qa Test M... Level Qa Test Manager	$131,893
Quality A... Level Qa Test Manager	$167,019
Quality A... Level Qa Test Manager	$203,606

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

District of Columbia: $143,183.
California: $142,640.
Massachusetts: $140,739.

District of Columbia $143,183 California $142,640 Massachusetts $140,739 Washington $140,222 New Jersey $140,170 Alaska $139,989 Connecticut $138,204 New York $137,480

Hawaii $135,165 Rhode Island $134,079 Maryland $133,342 Minnesota $132,333 Colorado $131,945 Illinois $131,816 Oregon $131,324 Delaware $130,962

New Hampshire $130,735 Virginia $130,225 Pennsylvania $128,738 Nevada $127,988 North Dakota $127,742 Michigan $127,354 Wisconsin $127,212 Vermont $126,928

Texas $126,139 Maine $126,087 Arizona $126,009 Ohio $125,919 Georgia $124,729 Indiana $124,134 Wyoming $124,018 Utah $123,837

Iowa $123,759 Kansas $123,139 Louisiana $122,957 North Carolina $122,893 Missouri $122,867 Florida $122,363 Montana $122,091 Nebraska $121,832

Kentucky $121,690 South Carolina $121,173 Tennessee $120,850 Idaho $120,720 New Mexico $119,776 Oklahoma $119,569 Alabama $118,806 South Dakota $117,526

Arkansas $116,828 West Virginia $116,453 Mississippi $115,328

Top Paying Cities for Qa Test Managers

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: $130,373
Little Creek: $131,327
Magnolia: $131,138

Lincoln, DE $130,373 Little Creek, DE $131,327 Magnolia, DE $131,138 Milford, DE $130,704 Marydel, DE $130,918 Millsboro, DE $129,826 Millville, DE $130,026 Milton, DE $130,251

Nassau, DE $130,346 Ocean View, DE $130,004 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,254 Seaford, DE $130,327 Selbyville, DE $129,788 Smyrna, DE $131,418 Viola, DE $130,812 Woodside, DE $131,164

Bear, DE $130,861 Newark, DE $130,812 Claymont, DE $131,080 Delaware City, DE $130,943 Hockessin, DE $130,801 Kirkwood, DE $130,918 Middletown, DE $130,969 Montchanin, DE $130,830

New Castle, DE $130,850 Odessa, DE $131,033 Port Penn, DE $131,121 Rockland, DE $130,843 Saint Georges, DE $130,927 Townsend, DE $131,129 Winterthur, DE $130,859 Lewes, DE $130,302

Wilmington, DE $130,807 Dover, DE $131,327 Dover Afb, DE $130,635 Bethany Beach, DE $129,867 Bethel, DE $130,002 Bridgeville, DE $130,308 Camden Wyoming, DE $130,957 Cheswold, DE $131,284

Clayton, DE $131,288 Dagsboro, DE $129,776 Delmar, DE $129,568 Ellendale, DE $129,961 Felton, DE $130,693 Fenwick Island, DE $129,805 Frankford, DE $129,579 Frederica, DE $130,823

Georgetown, DE $129,727 Greenwood, DE $130,329 Harbeson, DE $129,866 Harrington, DE $130,528 Hartly, DE $130,934 Houston, DE $130,342 Kenton, DE $131,295 Laurel, DE $129,650

Yorklyn, DE $130,840

Qa Test Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Qa Test Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Qa Test Manager positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Qa Test Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Qa Test Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Telecom	$196,444	$94.0	50%

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

Understanding how a Qa Test Manager'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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$117,567

Average $130,962/year

$143,248

$9,797

Average $10,914/month

$11,937

$2,261

Average $2,519/week

$2,755

$57

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,248	$11,937	$2,755	$69
Average	$130,962	$10,914	$2,519	$63
25th Percentile	$117,567	$9,797	$2,261	$57

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