How much does a Software Tester make in Reno, NV?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Software Tester in Reno, NV is $90,056. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $83,470 to $97,010, with most professionals earning between $77,475 and $103,341.

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Software Tester in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Tester in Reno, NV. The base salary for Software Tester ranges from $83,470 to $97,010 with the average base salary of $90,056. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,979 to $101,005 with the average total cash compensation of $92,971.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $90,056 $83,470 - $97,010
Bonus $2,915 $2,509 - $3,996
Total Pay $92,971 $85,979 - $101,005
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Sun Valley, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,470 - $97,010 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Sparks, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,470 - $97,010 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Carson City, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,279 - $96,787 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Chico, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,686 - $99,585 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Roseville, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,976 - $104,571 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Elk Grove, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $90,076 - $104,687 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Software Tester I LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $41,640 MAXIMUM SALARY $52,750
JOB TITLE Software Tester II LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $46,550 MAXIMUM SALARY $60,020
JOB TITLE Software Tester IV LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $65,830 MAXIMUM SALARY $78,360
JOB TITLE Software Tester III LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $54,110 MAXIMUM SALARY $69,750
JOB TITLE Software QA Tester LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $62,148 MAXIMUM SALARY $78,958
JOB TITLE Junior Software Tester LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $41,936 MAXIMUM SALARY $52,942
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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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