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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Test Engineer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Test Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Test Engineer's salary?

A Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $71,831, a Test Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $80,790, a Test Engineer (4-7 years)earns $113,290, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,731, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,181,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Engineer?

Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $124,583, California $124,111, Massachusetts $122,457. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Test Engineer V: $147,665; Test Engineer IV: $135,341; Automation Test Engineer: $121,891; Senior Test Engineer: $112,190; Test Engineer III: $112,138.

Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineer in Delaware is $113,950 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,119
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,009 to $122,937
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,780

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Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,937	$10,245	$2,364	$59
Average	$113,950	$9,496	$2,191	$55
25th Percentile	$106,009	$8,834	$2,039	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineer Salaries

A Test Engineer'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 Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Test Engineer'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): $71,831
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,790
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,290
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,731
Expert (over 8 years): $149,181

Levels	Salary
Test Engi... Level Test Engineer	$71,831
Test Engi... Level Test Engineer	$80,790
Test Engi... Level Test Engineer	$113,290
Test Engi... Level Test Engineer	$136,731
Test Engi... Level Test Engineer	$149,181

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How Do Test Engineer 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 Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $124,583.
California: $124,111.
Massachusetts: $122,457.

District of Columbia $124,583 California $124,111 Massachusetts $122,457 Washington $122,007 New Jersey $121,962 Alaska $121,804 Connecticut $120,251 New York $119,621

Hawaii $117,607 Rhode Island $116,662 Maryland $116,020 Minnesota $115,143 Colorado $114,805 Illinois $114,693 Oregon $114,265 Delaware $113,950

New Hampshire $113,752 Virginia $113,309 Pennsylvania $112,015 Nevada $111,362 North Dakota $111,148 Michigan $110,811 Wisconsin $110,687 Vermont $110,439

Texas $109,753 Maine $109,708 Arizona $109,640 Ohio $109,562 Georgia $108,527 Indiana $108,009 Wyoming $107,908 Utah $107,750

Iowa $107,683 Kansas $107,142 Louisiana $106,985 North Carolina $106,929 Missouri $106,906 Florida $106,467 Montana $106,231 Nebraska $106,006

Kentucky $105,882 South Carolina $105,432 Tennessee $105,151 Idaho $105,038 New Mexico $104,217 Oklahoma $104,037 Alabama $103,373 South Dakota $102,259

Arkansas $101,651 West Virginia $101,325 Mississippi $100,346

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineers

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: $113,437
Little Creek: $114,267
Magnolia: $114,103

Lincoln, DE $113,437 Little Creek, DE $114,267 Magnolia, DE $114,103 Milford, DE $113,725 Marydel, DE $113,912 Millsboro, DE $112,961 Millville, DE $113,135 Milton, DE $113,331

Nassau, DE $113,413 Ocean View, DE $113,116 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,333 Seaford, DE $113,398 Selbyville, DE $112,928 Smyrna, DE $114,346 Viola, DE $113,819 Woodside, DE $114,126

Bear, DE $113,862 Newark, DE $113,819 Claymont, DE $114,052 Delaware City, DE $113,933 Hockessin, DE $113,809 Kirkwood, DE $113,912 Middletown, DE $113,956 Montchanin, DE $113,835

New Castle, DE $113,852 Odessa, DE $114,012 Port Penn, DE $114,088 Rockland, DE $113,846 Saint Georges, DE $113,920 Townsend, DE $114,095 Winterthur, DE $113,860 Lewes, DE $113,375

Wilmington, DE $113,815 Dover, DE $114,267 Dover Afb, DE $113,665 Bethany Beach, DE $112,997 Bethel, DE $113,114 Bridgeville, DE $113,381 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,946 Cheswold, DE $114,230

Clayton, DE $114,234 Dagsboro, DE $112,918 Delmar, DE $112,737 Ellendale, DE $113,079 Felton, DE $113,716 Fenwick Island, DE $112,943 Frankford, DE $112,746 Frederica, DE $113,828

Georgetown, DE $112,875 Greenwood, DE $113,399 Harbeson, DE $112,996 Harrington, DE $113,572 Hartly, DE $113,925 Houston, DE $113,410 Kenton, DE $114,239 Laurel, DE $112,808

Yorklyn, DE $113,843

Test Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Test Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 27% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Test Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Test Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Test Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$127,624	$61.0	12%
Software & Networking	$125,345	$60.0	10%
Biotechnology	$123,066	$59.0	8%
Insurance	$123,066	$59.0	8%
Internet	$123,066	$59.0	8%

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

Understanding how a Test Engineer'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.

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$106,009

Average $113,950/year

$122,937

$8,834

Average $9,496/month

$10,245

$2,039

Average $2,191/week

$2,364

$51

Average $55/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,937	$10,245	$2,364	$59
Average	$113,950	$9,496	$2,191	$55
25th Percentile	$106,009	$8,834	$2,039	$51

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