As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Test Lead in Middlesex, NJ is $108,044, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,078 weekly, or $9,004 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 Middlesex, NJ vary widely, spanning from $87,817 to $123,329. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,456) and 75th percentile ($116,045), while top earners (90th percentile) make $123,329 per year. This $18,589 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, Middlesex Test Lead often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Middlesex currently ranks 48 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 $87,817 Middlesex, NJ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Test Lead Salary $97,456 Middlesex, NJ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Test Lead Salary $108,044 Middlesex, NJ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Test Lead Salary $116,045 Middlesex, NJ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Test Lead Salary $123,329 Middlesex, NJ January 01, 2026
25% $97,456 10% $87,817 90% $123,329 75% $116,045 $108,044 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Middlesex, New Jersey    Middlesex is a borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 13,635 reflec....More

Middlesex, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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