As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Test Lead in Alpena, SD is $82,648, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,589 weekly, or $6,887 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 Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $67,175 to $94,339. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,548) and 75th percentile ($88,767), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,339 per year. This $14,219 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, Alpena Test Lead often earn 5.4% lower than national averages. 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 $67,175 Alpena, SD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Test Lead Salary $74,548 Alpena, SD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Test Lead Salary $82,648 Alpena, SD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Test Lead Salary $88,767 Alpena, SD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Test Lead Salary $94,339 Alpena, SD January 01, 2026
25% $74,548 10% $67,175 90% $94,339 75% $88,767 $82,648 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

Alpena, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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