What are the main factors that influence a QC Officer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A QC Officer's salary?

A QC Officer's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $81,961, a Quality Control Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $100,041, a QC Officer (7+ years)earns $126,704, a Quality Control Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $136,642, a Quality Control Supervisor I (10+ years)earns $84,985,

What are the highest paying states for a QC Officer?

QC Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for QC Officer roles are District of Columbia $139,515, California $138,986, Massachusetts $137,133. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of QC Officer roles make?

Salaries for QC Officer level roles vary by specialization: QC Director: $168,500; QC Manager: $121,000; Qc Analyst: $100,199; QC Supervisor: $86,636; Qc Associate: $80,176.

QC Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a QC Officer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a QC Officer in Delaware is $127,607 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

However, a QC Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $151,079
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,456 to $139,893
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,304

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QC Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,893	$11,658	$2,690	$67
Average	$127,607	$10,634	$2,454	$61
25th Percentile	$116,456	$9,705	$2,240	$56

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Key Factors That Influence QC Officer Salaries

A QC Officer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects QC Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a QC Officer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $81,961
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,041
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,704
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,642
Expert (over 8 years): $84,985

Levels	Salary
Quality C... Level QC Officer	$81,961
Quality C... Level QC Officer	$100,041
QC Office... Level QC Officer	$126,704
Quality C... Level QC Officer	$136,642
Quality C... Level QC Officer	$84,985

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How Do QC Officer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract QC Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $139,515.
California: $138,986.
Massachusetts: $137,133.

District of Columbia $139,515 California $138,986 Massachusetts $137,133 Washington $136,629 New Jersey $136,579 Alaska $136,403 Connecticut $134,664 New York $133,958

Hawaii $131,703 Rhode Island $130,644 Maryland $129,926 Minnesota $128,943 Colorado $128,565 Illinois $128,439 Oregon $127,960 Delaware $127,607

New Hampshire $127,386 Virginia $126,889 Pennsylvania $125,440 Nevada $124,709 North Dakota $124,470 Michigan $124,092 Wisconsin $123,953 Vermont $123,676

Texas $122,907 Maine $122,857 Arizona $122,781 Ohio $122,693 Georgia $121,534 Indiana $120,954 Wyoming $120,841 Utah $120,664

Iowa $120,589 Kansas $119,984 Louisiana $119,807 North Carolina $119,744 Missouri $119,719 Florida $119,228 Montana $118,963 Nebraska $118,711

Kentucky $118,573 South Carolina $118,069 Tennessee $117,754 Idaho $117,628 New Mexico $116,708 Oklahoma $116,506 Alabama $115,763 South Dakota $114,515

Arkansas $113,835 West Virginia $113,469 Mississippi $112,373

Top Paying Cities for QC Officers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $127,033
Little Creek: $127,963
Magnolia: $127,779

Lincoln, DE $127,033 Little Creek, DE $127,963 Magnolia, DE $127,779 Milford, DE $127,355 Marydel, DE $127,564 Millsboro, DE $126,500 Millville, DE $126,695 Milton, DE $126,914

Nassau, DE $127,006 Ocean View, DE $126,674 Rehoboth Beach, DE $126,917 Seaford, DE $126,989 Selbyville, DE $126,463 Smyrna, DE $128,051 Viola, DE $127,461 Woodside, DE $127,804

Bear, DE $127,509 Newark, DE $127,461 Claymont, DE $127,722 Delaware City, DE $127,588 Hockessin, DE $127,450 Kirkwood, DE $127,564 Middletown, DE $127,614 Montchanin, DE $127,479

New Castle, DE $127,498 Odessa, DE $127,677 Port Penn, DE $127,762 Rockland, DE $127,491 Saint Georges, DE $127,573 Townsend, DE $127,770 Winterthur, DE $127,506 Lewes, DE $126,963

Wilmington, DE $127,456 Dover, DE $127,963 Dover Afb, DE $127,288 Bethany Beach, DE $126,540 Bethel, DE $126,671 Bridgeville, DE $126,970 Camden Wyoming, DE $127,602 Cheswold, DE $127,921

Clayton, DE $127,925 Dagsboro, DE $126,452 Delmar, DE $126,249 Ellendale, DE $126,632 Felton, DE $127,345 Fenwick Island, DE $126,480 Frankford, DE $126,259 Frederica, DE $127,471

Georgetown, DE $126,404 Greenwood, DE $126,990 Harbeson, DE $126,539 Harrington, DE $127,184 Hartly, DE $127,580 Houston, DE $127,002 Kenton, DE $127,931 Laurel, DE $126,328

Yorklyn, DE $127,488

QC Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For QC Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, QC Officer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view QC Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a QC Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$165,889	$80.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$153,129	$74.0	20%
Software & Networking	$153,129	$74.0	20%
Financial Services	$140,368	$67.0	10%
Chemicals	$133,988	$64.0	5%

QC Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a QC Officer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$116,456

Average $127,607/year

$139,893

$9,705

Average $10,634/month

$11,658

$2,240

Average $2,454/week

$2,690

$56

Average $61/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,893	$11,658	$2,690	$67
Average	$127,607	$10,634	$2,454	$61
25th Percentile	$116,456	$9,705	$2,240	$56

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