As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Test Lead in Manchester, NH is $98,397, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,892 weekly, or $8,200 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 Manchester, NH vary widely, spanning from $79,975 to $112,317. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,754) and 75th percentile ($105,683), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,317 per year. This $16,929 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, Manchester Test Lead often earn 1.3% higher than national averages. However, Manchester currently ranks 294 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 $79,975 Manchester, NH January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Test Lead Salary $88,754 Manchester, NH January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Test Lead Salary $98,397 Manchester, NH January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Test Lead Salary $105,683 Manchester, NH January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Test Lead Salary $112,317 Manchester, NH January 01, 2026
25% $88,754 10% $79,975 90% $112,317 75% $105,683 $98,397 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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