As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Test Lead in Sioux Falls, SD is $87,572, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,684 weekly, or $7,298 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Test Lead in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Test Lead in Sioux Falls, SD vary widely, spanning from $71,234 to $99,836. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,020) and 75th percentile ($93,991), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,836 per year. This $14,971 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, Sioux Falls Test Lead often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Sioux Falls currently ranks 703 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 $71,234 Sioux Falls, SD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Test Lead Salary $79,020 Sioux Falls, SD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Test Lead Salary $87,572 Sioux Falls, SD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Test Lead Salary $93,991 Sioux Falls, SD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Test Lead Salary $99,836 Sioux Falls, SD May 01, 2026
25% $79,020 10% $71,234 90% $99,836 75% $93,991 $87,572 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota    Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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