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

A Software Quality Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Engineer (0-2 years)earns $76,224, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,832, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $118,610, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,968, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $160,149,

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

Software Quality Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Quality Engineer roles are District of Columbia $80,312, California $80,007, Massachusetts $78,941. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Software Quality Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI: $176,591; Software Quality Assurance Engineer V: $153,700; Senior Software Quality Engineer: $146,084; Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV: $131,452; Engineer III, Software Quality: $125,744.

Software Quality Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Software Quality Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Quality Engineer in Hawaii is $75,815 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,522
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,927 to $80,896
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,567

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Software Quality Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,896	$6,741	$1,556	$39
Average	$75,815	$6,318	$1,458	$36
25th Percentile	$69,927	$5,827	$1,345	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Software Quality Engineer Salaries

A Software Quality 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 Software Quality Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Quality 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): $76,224
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,832
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,610
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,968
Expert (over 8 years): $160,149

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Quality Engineer	$76,224
Software ... Level Software Quality Engineer	$97,832
Software ... Level Software Quality Engineer	$118,610
Software ... Level Software Quality Engineer	$136,968
Software ... Level Software Quality Engineer	$160,149

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

District of Columbia: $80,312.
California: $80,007.
Massachusetts: $78,941.

District of Columbia $80,312 California $80,007 Massachusetts $78,941 Washington $78,651 New Jersey $78,622 Alaska $78,520 Connecticut $77,519 New York $77,113

Hawaii $75,815 Rhode Island $75,205 Maryland $74,792 Minnesota $74,226 Colorado $74,009 Illinois $73,936 Oregon $73,660 Delaware $73,457

New Hampshire $73,330 Virginia $73,044 Pennsylvania $72,210 Nevada $71,789 North Dakota $71,651 Michigan $71,434 Wisconsin $71,354 Vermont $71,194

Texas $70,752 Maine $70,723 Arizona $70,679 Ohio $70,628 Georgia $69,961 Indiana $69,627 Wyoming $69,562 Utah $69,461

Iowa $69,417 Kansas $69,069 Louisiana $68,967 North Carolina $68,931 Missouri $68,917 Florida $68,634 Montana $68,481 Nebraska $68,336

Kentucky $68,256 South Carolina $67,966 Tennessee $67,785 Idaho $67,712 New Mexico $67,183 Oklahoma $67,067 Alabama $66,639 South Dakota $65,921

Arkansas $65,529 West Virginia $65,319 Mississippi $64,688

Top Paying Cities for Software Quality 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:

Aiea: $75,404
Anahola: $74,416
Captain Cook: $74,341

Aiea, HI $75,404 Anahola, HI $74,416 Captain Cook, HI $74,341 Eleele, HI $74,566 Ewa Beach, HI $75,337 Kapolei, HI $75,277 Haiku, HI $74,471 Hakalau, HI $74,304

Haleiwa, HI $75,132 Hana, HI $74,293 Hanalei, HI $74,318 Hanamaulu, HI $74,469 Hanapepe, HI $74,563 Hauula, HI $75,247 Hawaii National Park, HI $74,390 Hawi, HI $74,513

Hilo, HI $74,462 Princeville, HI $74,454 Holualoa, HI $74,371 Honaunau, HI $74,242 Honokaa, HI $74,338 Honomu, HI $74,455 Hoolehua, HI $74,242 Kaaawa, HI $75,271

Kahuku, HI $75,110 Kahului, HI $74,643 Kailua, HI $75,380 Ocean View, HI $74,432 Waikoloa, HI $74,425 Keauhou, HI $74,371 Kailua Kona, HI $74,460 Kalaheo, HI $74,477

Kalaupapa, HI $74,174 Kamuela, HI $74,376 Kaneohe, HI $75,364 Kapaa, HI $74,558 Kaumakani, HI $74,598 Kaunakakai, HI $74,331 Keaau, HI $74,513 Kealakekua, HI $74,474

Kealia, HI $74,499 Kekaha, HI $74,423 Kihei, HI $74,566 Kilauea, HI $74,455 Kapaau, HI $74,399 Koloa, HI $74,488 Kualapuu, HI $74,309 Kunia, HI $75,253

Kurtistown, HI $74,475 Lahaina, HI $74,489 Laie, HI $75,176 Lanai City, HI $74,309 Laupahoehoe, HI $74,496 Lawai, HI $74,598 Lihue, HI $74,469 Makawao, HI $74,528

Makaweli, HI $74,305 Maunaloa, HI $74,130 Mountain View, HI $74,436 Naalehu, HI $74,286 Ninole, HI $74,236 Ookala, HI $74,260 Paauilo, HI $74,350 Pahala, HI $74,306

Pahoa, HI $74,405 Paia, HI $74,493 Papaaloa, HI $74,506 Papaikou, HI $74,352 Pearl City, HI $75,350 Pepeekeo, HI $74,496 Puunene, HI $74,643 Volcano, HI $74,390

Wahiawa, HI $75,221 Pukalani, HI $74,528 Mililani, HI $75,311 Kula, HI $74,374 Waialua, HI $75,092 Waianae, HI $75,161 Wailuku, HI $74,526 Waimanalo, HI $75,366

Waimea, HI $74,592 Waipahu, HI $75,317 Honolulu, HI $75,430 J B P H H, HI $75,417 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $75,261 Schofield Barracks, HI $75,240 Fort Shafter, HI $75,430 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $75,430

Camp H M Smith, HI $75,414 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $75,340 Wake Island, HI $75,430

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

Understanding how a Software Quality 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$69,927

Average $75,815/year

$80,896

$5,827

Average $6,318/month

$6,741

$1,345

Average $1,458/week

$1,556

$34

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,896	$6,741	$1,556	$39
Average	$75,815	$6,318	$1,458	$36
25th Percentile	$69,927	$5,827	$1,345	$34

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