What are the main factors that influence a Test Developer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Test Developer's salary?

A Test Developer's salary grows with experience: a Test Developer (1-3 years)earns $60,351, a Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $71,617, a Production Test Supervisor (5+ years)earns $83,907,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Developer?

Test Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Developer roles are District of Columbia $66,411, California $66,159, Massachusetts $65,277. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Developer roles make?

Salaries for Test Developer level roles vary by specialization: Test Consultant: $145,105; Lead Software Developer In Test: $135,506; Test Pilot: $128,888; Test Manager: $127,879; Test Lead: $96,094.

Test Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Developer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Developer in Delaware is $60,743 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,935
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,233 to $66,078
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,485

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Test Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,078	$5,506	$1,271	$32
Average	$60,743	$5,062	$1,168	$29
25th Percentile	$52,233	$4,353	$1,004	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Test Developer Salaries

A Test Developer'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 Do Test Developer 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 Test Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,411.
California: $66,159.
Massachusetts: $65,277.

District of Columbia $66,411 California $66,159 Massachusetts $65,277 Washington $65,038 New Jersey $65,014 Alaska $64,930 Connecticut $64,102 New York $63,766

Hawaii $62,692 Rhode Island $62,188 Maryland $61,847 Minnesota $61,379 Colorado $61,199 Illinois $61,139 Oregon $60,911 Delaware $60,743

New Hampshire $60,637 Virginia $60,401 Pennsylvania $59,711 Nevada $59,363 North Dakota $59,249 Michigan $59,069 Wisconsin $59,003 Vermont $58,871

Texas $58,506 Maine $58,482 Arizona $58,446 Ohio $58,404 Georgia $57,852 Indiana $57,576 Wyoming $57,522 Utah $57,438

Iowa $57,402 Kansas $57,114 Louisiana $57,030 North Carolina $57,000 Missouri $56,988 Florida $56,754 Montana $56,628 Nebraska $56,508

Kentucky $56,442 South Carolina $56,202 Tennessee $56,052 Idaho $55,992 New Mexico $55,554 Oklahoma $55,459 Alabama $55,105 South Dakota $54,511

Arkansas $54,187 West Virginia $54,013 Mississippi $53,491

Top Paying Cities for Test Developers

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: $62,866
Little Creek: $62,284
Magnolia: $62,542

Lincoln, DE $62,866 Little Creek, DE $62,284 Magnolia, DE $62,542 Milford, DE $62,866 Marydel, DE $62,050 Millsboro, DE $62,866 Millville, DE $63,286 Milton, DE $62,866

Nassau, DE $62,866 Ocean View, DE $63,286 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,286 Seaford, DE $62,206 Selbyville, DE $63,286 Smyrna, DE $61,978 Viola, DE $62,542 Woodside, DE $62,362

Bear, DE $61,523 Newark, DE $61,547 Claymont, DE $61,595 Delaware City, DE $61,547 Hockessin, DE $61,595 Kirkwood, DE $61,547 Middletown, DE $61,853 Montchanin, DE $61,595

New Castle, DE $61,595 Odessa, DE $61,936 Port Penn, DE $61,379 Rockland, DE $61,595 Saint Georges, DE $61,547 Townsend, DE $61,847 Winterthur, DE $61,595 Lewes, DE $62,866

Wilmington, DE $61,595 Dover, DE $62,254 Dover Afb, DE $62,398 Bethany Beach, DE $63,286 Bethel, DE $62,206 Bridgeville, DE $62,866 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,320 Cheswold, DE $62,110

Clayton, DE $61,954 Dagsboro, DE $63,286 Delmar, DE $62,206 Ellendale, DE $62,866 Felton, DE $62,866 Fenwick Island, DE $63,286 Frankford, DE $63,286 Frederica, DE $62,866

Georgetown, DE $62,866 Greenwood, DE $62,866 Harbeson, DE $62,866 Harrington, DE $62,866 Hartly, DE $61,924 Houston, DE $62,866 Kenton, DE $61,954 Laurel, DE $62,206

Yorklyn, DE $61,595

Test Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Test Developer'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 April 01, 2026

$52,233

Average $60,743/year

$66,078

$4,353

Average $5,062/month

$5,506

$1,004

Average $1,168/week

$1,271

$25

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,078	$5,506	$1,271	$32
Average	$60,743	$5,062	$1,168	$29
25th Percentile	$52,233	$4,353	$1,004	$25

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