As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automation Test Engineer in Rochester, MN is $122,172, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,349 weekly, or $10,181 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Automation Test Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Automation Test Engineer in Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $105,683 to $140,396. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($113,541) and 75th percentile ($131,712), while top earners (90th percentile) make $140,396 per year. This $18,171 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Rochester Automation Test Engineer often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 statewide for Automation Test Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Automation Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $105,683 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $113,541 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $122,172 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $131,712 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automation Test Engineer Salary $140,396 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
25% $113,541 10% $105,683 90% $140,396 75% $131,712 $122,172 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Test Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
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    4 - 7 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Automation Test Engineer in Rochester, MN. The base salary for Automation Test Engineer ranges from $113,541 to $131,712 with the average base salary of $122,172. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,404 to $142,119 with the average total cash compensation of $131,936.

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