What are the main factors that influence a Software Developer In Test's salary?

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

How does experience change a Software Developer In Test's salary?

A Software Developer In Test's salary grows with experience: starting around $49,361 for beginners, reaching about $51,395 at mid-level, and approach $51,861 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Developer In Test?

Software Developer In Test salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer In Test roles are District of Columbia $52,289, California $52,091, Massachusetts $51,397. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Developer In Test roles make?

Salaries for Software Developer In Test level roles vary by specialization: Software Test Manager: $139,993; Lead Software Developer In Test: $135,481; Software Test Specialist: $133,629; Software Test Lead: $105,656; Software Test Analyst: $92,983.

Software Developer In Test Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Software Developer In Test make in Hawaii?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer In Test in Hawaii is $49,361 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Software Developer In Test's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,555
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,923 to $55,221
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,061

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Software Developer In Test Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,221	$4,602	$1,062	$27
Average	$49,361	$4,113	$949	$24
25th Percentile	$42,923	$3,577	$825	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer In Test Salaries

A Software Developer In Test'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 Software Developer In Test Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Developer In Test'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): $49,361
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,462
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,395
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,675
Expert (over 8 years): $51,861

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Developer In Test	$49,361
Intermediate Level Software Developer In Test	$50,462
Senior Level Software Developer In Test	$51,395
Specialist Level Software Developer In Test	$51,675
Expert Level Software Developer In Test	$51,861

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How Do Software Developer In Test 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 Software Developer In Tests. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,289.
California: $52,091.
Massachusetts: $51,397.

District of Columbia $52,289 California $52,091 Massachusetts $51,397 Washington $51,208 New Jersey $51,189 Alaska $51,123 Connecticut $50,471 New York $50,207

Hawaii $49,361 Rhode Island $48,965 Maryland $48,695 Minnesota $48,327 Colorado $48,185 Illinois $48,138 Oregon $47,959 Delaware $47,826

New Hampshire $47,743 Virginia $47,557 Pennsylvania $47,014 Nevada $46,740 North Dakota $46,650 Michigan $46,509 Wisconsin $46,457 Vermont $46,353

Texas $46,065 Maine $46,046 Arizona $46,018 Ohio $45,985 Georgia $45,550 Indiana $45,333 Wyoming $45,290 Utah $45,224

Iowa $45,196 Kansas $44,969 Louisiana $44,903 North Carolina $44,879 Missouri $44,870 Florida $44,686 Montana $44,587 Nebraska $44,492

Kentucky $44,440 South Carolina $44,251 Tennessee $44,133 Idaho $44,086 New Mexico $43,741 Oklahoma $43,666 Alabama $43,387 South Dakota $42,920

Arkansas $42,665 West Virginia $42,528 Mississippi $42,117

Top Paying Cities for Software Developer In Tests

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:

Aiea: $49,111
Anahola: $48,780
Captain Cook: $48,780

Aiea, HI $49,111 Anahola, HI $48,780 Captain Cook, HI $48,780 Eleele, HI $48,780 Ewa Beach, HI $49,111 Kapolei, HI $49,002 Haiku, HI $48,780 Hakalau, HI $48,780

Haleiwa, HI $48,780 Hana, HI $48,780 Hanalei, HI $48,780 Hanamaulu, HI $48,780 Hanapepe, HI $48,780 Hauula, HI $48,889 Hawaii National Park, HI $48,780 Hawi, HI $48,780

Hilo, HI $48,780 Princeville, HI $48,780 Holualoa, HI $48,780 Honaunau, HI $48,780 Honokaa, HI $48,780 Honomu, HI $48,780 Hoolehua, HI $48,780 Kaaawa, HI $48,979

Kahuku, HI $48,780 Kahului, HI $48,780 Kailua, HI $49,111 Ocean View, HI $48,780 Waikoloa, HI $48,780 Keauhou, HI $48,780 Kailua Kona, HI $48,780 Kalaheo, HI $48,780

Kalaupapa, HI $48,780 Kamuela, HI $48,780 Kaneohe, HI $49,111 Kapaa, HI $48,780 Kaumakani, HI $48,780 Kaunakakai, HI $48,780 Keaau, HI $48,780 Kealakekua, HI $48,780

Kealia, HI $48,780 Kekaha, HI $48,780 Kihei, HI $48,780 Kilauea, HI $48,780 Kapaau, HI $48,780 Koloa, HI $48,780 Kualapuu, HI $48,780 Kunia, HI $48,955

Kurtistown, HI $48,780 Lahaina, HI $48,780 Laie, HI $48,823 Lanai City, HI $48,780 Laupahoehoe, HI $48,780 Lawai, HI $48,780 Lihue, HI $48,780 Makawao, HI $48,780

Makaweli, HI $48,780 Maunaloa, HI $48,780 Mountain View, HI $48,780 Naalehu, HI $48,780 Ninole, HI $48,780 Ookala, HI $48,780 Paauilo, HI $48,780 Pahala, HI $48,780

Pahoa, HI $48,780 Paia, HI $48,780 Papaaloa, HI $48,780 Papaikou, HI $48,780 Pearl City, HI $49,111 Pepeekeo, HI $48,780 Puunene, HI $48,780 Volcano, HI $48,780

Wahiawa, HI $48,955 Pukalani, HI $48,780 Mililani, HI $49,021 Kula, HI $48,780 Waialua, HI $48,780 Waianae, HI $48,823 Wailuku, HI $48,780 Waimanalo, HI $49,111

Waimea, HI $48,780 Waipahu, HI $49,087 Honolulu, HI $49,111 J B P H H, HI $49,111 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $48,979 Schofield Barracks, HI $48,936 Fort Shafter, HI $49,111 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $49,111

Camp H M Smith, HI $49,111 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $49,087 Wake Island, HI $49,111

Software Developer In Test Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Developer In Test'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 January 01, 2026

$42,923

Average $49,361/year

$55,221

$3,577

Average $4,113/month

$4,602

$825

Average $949/week

$1,062

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,221	$4,602	$1,062	$27
Average	$49,361	$4,113	$949	$24
25th Percentile	$42,923	$3,577	$825	$21

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