As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for QA Automation Engineer in Indianapolis, IN is $85,391, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,642 weekly, or $7,116 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 Indianapolis, IN vary widely, spanning from $70,723 to $98,581. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,713) and 75th percentile ($92,295), while top earners (90th percentile) make $98,581 per year. This $14,582 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, Indianapolis QA Automation Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Indianapolis currently ranks 451 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 $70,723 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $77,713 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $85,391 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $92,295 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile QA Automation Engineer Salary $98,581 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
25% $77,713 10% $70,723 90% $98,581 75% $92,295 $85,391 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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