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: a Software Developer In Test (0-1 years)earns $49,831, a Software Quality Assurance Tester II (1-3 years)earns $56,523, a Software Quality Assurance Tester III (3-5 years)earns $67,442, a Software Quality Assurance Tester IV (5-7 years)earns $75,807, a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor (7+ years)earns $125,763,

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 $52,314, California $52,115, Massachusetts $51,421. 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: $140,007; Lead Software Developer In Test: $135,506; Software Test Specialist: $133,672; Software Test Lead: $105,656; Software Test Analyst: $92,984.

Software Developer In Test Salary in Hawaii

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer In Test in Hawaii is $49,384 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): $60,597
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,946 to $55,253
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,084

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Software Developer In Test Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,253	$4,604	$1,063	$27
Average	$49,384	$4,115	$950	$24
25th Percentile	$42,946	$3,579	$826	$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): $49,831
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,523
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,442
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,807
Expert (over 8 years): $125,763

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Developer In Test	$49,831
Software ... Level Software Developer In Test	$56,523
Software ... Level Software Developer In Test	$67,442
Software ... Level Software Developer In Test	$75,807
Software ... Level Software Developer In Test	$125,763

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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: $52,314.
California: $52,115.
Massachusetts: $51,421.

District of Columbia $52,314 California $52,115 Massachusetts $51,421 Washington $51,232 New Jersey $51,213 Alaska $51,147 Connecticut $50,494 New York $50,230

Hawaii $49,384 Rhode Island $48,987 Maryland $48,718 Minnesota $48,349 Colorado $48,208 Illinois $48,160 Oregon $47,981 Delaware $47,849

New Hampshire $47,765 Virginia $47,579 Pennsylvania $47,036 Nevada $46,762 North Dakota $46,672 Michigan $46,530 Wisconsin $46,478 Vermont $46,374

Texas $46,086 Maine $46,067 Arizona $46,039 Ohio $46,006 Georgia $45,571 Indiana $45,354 Wyoming $45,311 Utah $45,245

Iowa $45,217 Kansas $44,990 Louisiana $44,924 North Carolina $44,900 Missouri $44,891 Florida $44,707 Montana $44,607 Nebraska $44,513

Kentucky $44,461 South Carolina $44,272 Tennessee $44,154 Idaho $44,106 New Mexico $43,762 Oklahoma $43,686 Alabama $43,407 South Dakota $42,939

Arkansas $42,684 West Virginia $42,547 Mississippi $42,136

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: $49,134
Anahola: $48,803
Captain Cook: $48,803

Aiea, HI $49,134 Anahola, HI $48,803 Captain Cook, HI $48,803 Eleele, HI $48,803 Ewa Beach, HI $49,134 Kapolei, HI $49,025 Haiku, HI $48,803 Hakalau, HI $48,803

Haleiwa, HI $48,803 Hana, HI $48,803 Hanalei, HI $48,803 Hanamaulu, HI $48,803 Hanapepe, HI $48,803 Hauula, HI $48,912 Hawaii National Park, HI $48,803 Hawi, HI $48,803

Hilo, HI $48,803 Princeville, HI $48,803 Holualoa, HI $48,803 Honaunau, HI $48,803 Honokaa, HI $48,803 Honomu, HI $48,803 Hoolehua, HI $48,803 Kaaawa, HI $49,001

Kahuku, HI $48,803 Kahului, HI $48,803 Kailua, HI $49,134 Ocean View, HI $48,803 Waikoloa, HI $48,803 Keauhou, HI $48,803 Kailua Kona, HI $48,803 Kalaheo, HI $48,803

Kalaupapa, HI $48,803 Kamuela, HI $48,803 Kaneohe, HI $49,134 Kapaa, HI $48,803 Kaumakani, HI $48,803 Kaunakakai, HI $48,803 Keaau, HI $48,803 Kealakekua, HI $48,803

Kealia, HI $48,803 Kekaha, HI $48,803 Kihei, HI $48,803 Kilauea, HI $48,803 Kapaau, HI $48,803 Koloa, HI $48,803 Kualapuu, HI $48,803 Kunia, HI $48,978

Kurtistown, HI $48,803 Lahaina, HI $48,803 Laie, HI $48,845 Lanai City, HI $48,803 Laupahoehoe, HI $48,803 Lawai, HI $48,803 Lihue, HI $48,803 Makawao, HI $48,803

Makaweli, HI $48,803 Maunaloa, HI $48,803 Mountain View, HI $48,803 Naalehu, HI $48,803 Ninole, HI $48,803 Ookala, HI $48,803 Paauilo, HI $48,803 Pahala, HI $48,803

Pahoa, HI $48,803 Paia, HI $48,803 Papaaloa, HI $48,803 Papaikou, HI $48,803 Pearl City, HI $49,134 Pepeekeo, HI $48,803 Puunene, HI $48,803 Volcano, HI $48,803

Wahiawa, HI $48,978 Pukalani, HI $48,803 Mililani, HI $49,044 Kula, HI $48,803 Waialua, HI $48,803 Waianae, HI $48,845 Wailuku, HI $48,803 Waimanalo, HI $49,134

Waimea, HI $48,803 Waipahu, HI $49,110 Honolulu, HI $49,134 J B P H H, HI $49,134 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $49,001 Schofield Barracks, HI $48,959 Fort Shafter, HI $49,134 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $49,134

Camp H M Smith, HI $49,134 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $49,110 Wake Island, HI $49,134

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 April 01, 2026

$42,946

Average $49,384/year

$55,253

$3,579

Average $4,115/month

$4,604

$826

Average $950/week

$1,063

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,253	$4,604	$1,063	$27
Average	$49,384	$4,115	$950	$24
25th Percentile	$42,946	$3,579	$826	$21

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