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

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

How does experience change a Testing Manager's salary?

A Testing Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $124,620 for beginners, reaching about $126,118 at mid-level, and approach $132,570 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Testing Manager?

Testing Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Testing Manager roles are District of Columbia $140,345, California $139,813, Massachusetts $137,950. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Testing Manager roles make?

Salaries for Testing Manager level roles vary by specialization: Vulnerability Testing Senior Manager: $170,890; Penetration Testing Senior Manager: $170,815; Vulnerability Testing Manager: $139,490; Penetration Testing Manager: $139,443; Software Testing and Quality Manager: $137,690.

Testing Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Testing Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Testing Manager in Delaware is $128,367 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $151,450
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $114,878 to $140,449
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,596

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Testing Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,449	$11,704	$2,701	$68
Average	$128,367	$10,697	$2,469	$62
25th Percentile	$114,878	$9,573	$2,209	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Testing Manager Salaries

A Testing 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 Testing Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Testing 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): $124,620
Early Career (1-2 years): $125,182
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,118
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,992
Expert (over 8 years): $132,570

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Testing Manager	$124,620
Intermediate Level Testing Manager	$125,182
Senior Level Testing Manager	$126,118
Specialist Level Testing Manager	$127,992
Expert Level Testing Manager	$132,570

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

District of Columbia: $140,345.
California: $139,813.
Massachusetts: $137,950.

District of Columbia $140,345 California $139,813 Massachusetts $137,950 Washington $137,443 New Jersey $137,392 Alaska $137,214 Connecticut $135,465 New York $134,755

Hawaii $132,486 Rhode Island $131,422 Maryland $130,699 Minnesota $129,710 Colorado $129,330 Illinois $129,203 Oregon $128,722 Delaware $128,367

New Hampshire $128,144 Virginia $127,644 Pennsylvania $126,187 Nevada $125,451 North Dakota $125,211 Michigan $124,830 Wisconsin $124,691 Vermont $124,412

Texas $123,639 Maine $123,588 Arizona $123,512 Ohio $123,423 Georgia $122,257 Indiana $121,674 Wyoming $121,560 Utah $121,383

Iowa $121,306 Kansas $120,698 Louisiana $120,521 North Carolina $120,457 Missouri $120,432 Florida $119,937 Montana $119,671 Nebraska $119,418

Kentucky $119,278 South Carolina $118,771 Tennessee $118,454 Idaho $118,328 New Mexico $117,402 Oklahoma $117,200 Alabama $116,452 South Dakota $115,197

Arkansas $114,512 West Virginia $114,145 Mississippi $113,042

Top Paying Cities for Testing 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: $132,854
Little Creek: $131,624
Magnolia: $132,170

Lincoln, DE $132,854 Little Creek, DE $131,624 Magnolia, DE $132,170 Milford, DE $132,854 Marydel, DE $131,130 Millsboro, DE $132,854 Millville, DE $133,741 Milton, DE $132,854

Nassau, DE $132,854 Ocean View, DE $133,741 Rehoboth Beach, DE $133,741 Seaford, DE $131,460 Selbyville, DE $133,741 Smyrna, DE $130,978 Viola, DE $132,170 Woodside, DE $131,789

Bear, DE $130,015 Newark, DE $130,065 Claymont, DE $130,167 Delaware City, DE $130,065 Hockessin, DE $130,167 Kirkwood, DE $130,065 Middletown, DE $130,712 Montchanin, DE $130,167

New Castle, DE $130,167 Odessa, DE $130,889 Port Penn, DE $129,710 Rockland, DE $130,167 Saint Georges, DE $130,065 Townsend, DE $130,699 Winterthur, DE $130,167 Lewes, DE $132,854

Wilmington, DE $130,167 Dover, DE $131,561 Dover Afb, DE $131,865 Bethany Beach, DE $133,741 Bethel, DE $131,460 Bridgeville, DE $132,854 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,701 Cheswold, DE $131,257

Clayton, DE $130,927 Dagsboro, DE $133,741 Delmar, DE $131,460 Ellendale, DE $132,854 Felton, DE $132,854 Fenwick Island, DE $133,741 Frankford, DE $133,741 Frederica, DE $132,854

Georgetown, DE $132,854 Greenwood, DE $132,854 Harbeson, DE $132,854 Harrington, DE $132,854 Hartly, DE $130,864 Houston, DE $132,854 Kenton, DE $130,927 Laurel, DE $131,460

Yorklyn, DE $130,167

Testing Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Testing 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$114,878

Average $128,367/year

$140,449

$9,573

Average $10,697/month

$11,704

$2,209

Average $2,469/week

$2,701

$55

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,449	$11,704	$2,701	$68
Average	$128,367	$10,697	$2,469	$62
25th Percentile	$114,878	$9,573	$2,209	$55

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