What are the main factors that influence a Software Quality Assurance'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 Quality Assurance's salary?

A Software Quality Assurance's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Assurance (0-2 years)earns $71,927, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $92,326, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,938, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,257, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $151,097,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Quality Assurance?

Software Quality Assurance salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Quality Assurance roles are District of Columbia $78,216, California $77,920, Massachusetts $76,881. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Quality Assurance roles make?

Salaries for Software Quality Assurance level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Director: $191,185; Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI: $176,547; Software Quality Assurance Senior Manager: $166,347; Software Quality Assurance Engineer V: $153,658; Software Quality Assurance Manager: $137,647.

Software Quality Assurance Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Quality Assurance make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Quality Assurance in Delaware is $71,541 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Software Quality Assurance's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,704
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,979 to $76,337
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,916

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Software Quality Assurance Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,337	$6,361	$1,468	$37
Average	$71,541	$5,962	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$65,979	$5,498	$1,269	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Software Quality Assurance Salaries

A Software Quality Assurance'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 Quality Assurance Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Quality Assurance'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): $71,927
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,326
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,938
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,257
Expert (over 8 years): $151,097

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Quality Assurance	$71,927
Software ... Level Software Quality Assurance	$92,326
Software ... Level Software Quality Assurance	$111,938
Software ... Level Software Quality Assurance	$129,257
Software ... Level Software Quality Assurance	$151,097

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How Do Software Quality Assurance 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 Quality Assurances. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,216.
California: $77,920.
Massachusetts: $76,881.

District of Columbia $78,216 California $77,920 Massachusetts $76,881 Washington $76,599 New Jersey $76,570 Alaska $76,471 Connecticut $75,497 New York $75,101

Hawaii $73,836 Rhode Island $73,243 Maryland $72,840 Minnesota $72,289 Colorado $72,077 Illinois $72,007 Oregon $71,738 Delaware $71,541

New Hampshire $71,416 Virginia $71,138 Pennsylvania $70,326 Nevada $69,916 North Dakota $69,782 Michigan $69,570 Wisconsin $69,492 Vermont $69,336

Texas $68,906 Maine $68,877 Arizona $68,835 Ohio $68,785 Georgia $68,136 Indiana $67,811 Wyoming $67,747 Utah $67,648

Iowa $67,606 Kansas $67,267 Louisiana $67,168 North Carolina $67,132 Missouri $67,118 Florida $66,843 Montana $66,694 Nebraska $66,553

Kentucky $66,475 South Carolina $66,193 Tennessee $66,016 Idaho $65,946 New Mexico $65,430 Oklahoma $65,317 Alabama $64,900 South Dakota $64,201

Arkansas $63,819 West Virginia $63,614 Mississippi $63,000

Top Paying Cities for Software Quality Assurances

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: $74,041
Little Creek: $73,356
Magnolia: $73,660

Lincoln, DE $74,041 Little Creek, DE $73,356 Magnolia, DE $73,660 Milford, DE $74,041 Marydel, DE $73,081 Millsboro, DE $74,041 Millville, DE $74,536 Milton, DE $74,041

Nassau, DE $74,041 Ocean View, DE $74,536 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,536 Seaford, DE $73,264 Selbyville, DE $74,536 Smyrna, DE $72,996 Viola, DE $73,660 Woodside, DE $73,448

Bear, DE $72,459 Newark, DE $72,487 Claymont, DE $72,544 Delaware City, DE $72,487 Hockessin, DE $72,544 Kirkwood, DE $72,487 Middletown, DE $72,847 Montchanin, DE $72,544

New Castle, DE $72,544 Odessa, DE $72,946 Port Penn, DE $72,289 Rockland, DE $72,544 Saint Georges, DE $72,487 Townsend, DE $72,840 Winterthur, DE $72,544 Lewes, DE $74,041

Wilmington, DE $72,544 Dover, DE $73,321 Dover Afb, DE $73,490 Bethany Beach, DE $74,536 Bethel, DE $73,264 Bridgeville, DE $74,041 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,398 Cheswold, DE $73,151

Clayton, DE $72,968 Dagsboro, DE $74,536 Delmar, DE $73,264 Ellendale, DE $74,041 Felton, DE $74,041 Fenwick Island, DE $74,536 Frankford, DE $74,536 Frederica, DE $74,041

Georgetown, DE $74,041 Greenwood, DE $74,041 Harbeson, DE $74,041 Harrington, DE $74,041 Hartly, DE $72,932 Houston, DE $74,041 Kenton, DE $72,968 Laurel, DE $73,264

Yorklyn, DE $72,544

Software Quality Assurance Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Quality Assurance'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 March 01, 2026

$65,979

Average $71,541/year

$76,337

$5,498

Average $5,962/month

$6,361

$1,269

Average $1,376/week

$1,468

$32

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,337	$6,361	$1,468	$37
Average	$71,541	$5,962	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$65,979	$5,498	$1,269	$32

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