As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Test Lead in Abilene, TX is $85,636, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,647 weekly, or $7,136 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Test Lead in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Test Lead in Abilene, TX vary widely, spanning from $69,603 to $97,750. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,244) and 75th percentile ($91,977), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,750 per year. This $14,733 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Test Planning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abilene Test Lead often earn 8.6% lower than national averages. However, Abilene currently ranks 755 statewide for Test Lead 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
Test Lead Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Test Lead Salary $69,603 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Test Lead Salary $77,244 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Test Lead Salary $85,636 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Test Lead Salary $91,977 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Test Lead Salary $97,750 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
25% $77,244 10% $69,603 90% $97,750 75% $91,977 $85,636 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Abilene, Texas    Abilene is located in northeastern Taylor County. The city limits extend north into Jones County. Interstate 20 leads east 149 miles (240 km) to Fort ....More

Abilene, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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