As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for QA Automation Engineer in Buffalo, NY is $84,873, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,632 weekly, or $7,073 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for QA Automation Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for QA Automation Engineer in Buffalo, NY vary widely, spanning from $70,294 to $97,984. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,242) and 75th percentile ($91,736), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,984 per year. This $14,494 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Test Scripts, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Buffalo QA Automation Engineer often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Buffalo currently ranks 478 statewide for QA Automation 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
QA Automation Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $70,294 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
25th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $77,242 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
50th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $84,873 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
75th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $91,736 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
90th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $97,984 Buffalo, NY November 01, 2026
25% $77,242 10% $70,294 90% $97,984 75% $91,736 $84,873 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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