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

A Test Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,737, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,251, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,933, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $107,736, a Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years)earns $128,511,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Engineer V?

Test Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $163,552, California $162,932, Massachusetts $160,760. 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: Modeling & Simulation Engineer V: $174,000; Systems Simulation Engineer V: $173,920; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer V: $173,919; Database Engineer V: $168,381; Electrical Test Engineer V: $166,873.

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Test Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Test Engineer V in Delaware is $149,933 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,268
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $138,518 to $158,483
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,126

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Test Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,483	$13,207	$3,048	$76
Average	$149,933	$12,494	$2,883	$72
25th Percentile	$138,518	$11,543	$2,664	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineer V Salaries

A Test Engineer V'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 V'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:

Test Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,737
Test Engineer IV (7+ years): $137,251
Test Engineer V (7-10 years): $149,933
Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $107,736
Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years): $128,511

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,737
Test Engineer IV	7+ years	$137,251
Test Engineer V	7-10 years	$149,933
Test Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$107,736
Test Engineering Manager I	10+ years	$128,511

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

District of Columbia: $163,552.
California: $162,932.
Massachusetts: $160,760.

District of Columbia $163,552 California $162,932 Massachusetts $160,760 Washington $160,170 New Jersey $160,110 Alaska $159,904 Connecticut $157,865 New York $157,038

Hawaii $154,394 Rhode Island $153,153 Maryland $152,311 Minnesota $151,159 Colorado $150,716 Illinois $150,568 Oregon $150,007 Delaware $149,593

New Hampshire $149,333 Virginia $148,751 Pennsylvania $147,052 Nevada $146,196 North Dakota $145,915 Michigan $145,472 Wisconsin $145,309 Vermont $144,984

Texas $144,083 Maine $144,024 Arizona $143,935 Ohio $143,832 Georgia $142,473 Indiana $141,794 Wyoming $141,661 Utah $141,454

Iowa $141,365 Kansas $140,656 Louisiana $140,449 North Carolina $140,375 Missouri $140,346 Florida $139,770 Montana $139,460 Nebraska $139,164

Kentucky $139,002 South Carolina $138,411 Tennessee $138,042 Idaho $137,894 New Mexico $136,815 Oklahoma $136,579 Alabama $135,708 South Dakota $134,245

Arkansas $133,448 West Virginia $133,019 Mississippi $131,734

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineer Vs

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: $154,822
Little Creek: $153,389
Magnolia: $154,025

Lincoln, DE $154,822 Little Creek, DE $153,389 Magnolia, DE $154,025 Milford, DE $154,822 Marydel, DE $152,813 Millsboro, DE $154,822 Millville, DE $155,856 Milton, DE $154,822

Nassau, DE $154,822 Ocean View, DE $155,856 Rehoboth Beach, DE $155,856 Seaford, DE $153,197 Selbyville, DE $155,856 Smyrna, DE $152,636 Viola, DE $154,025 Woodside, DE $153,581

Bear, DE $151,513 Newark, DE $151,572 Claymont, DE $151,691 Delaware City, DE $151,572 Hockessin, DE $151,691 Kirkwood, DE $151,572 Middletown, DE $152,326 Montchanin, DE $151,691

New Castle, DE $151,691 Odessa, DE $152,533 Port Penn, DE $151,159 Rockland, DE $151,691 Saint Georges, DE $151,572 Townsend, DE $152,311 Winterthur, DE $151,691 Lewes, DE $154,822

Wilmington, DE $151,691 Dover, DE $153,315 Dover Afb, DE $153,670 Bethany Beach, DE $155,856 Bethel, DE $153,197 Bridgeville, DE $154,822 Camden Wyoming, DE $153,478 Cheswold, DE $152,961

Clayton, DE $152,577 Dagsboro, DE $155,856 Delmar, DE $153,197 Ellendale, DE $154,822 Felton, DE $154,822 Fenwick Island, DE $155,856 Frankford, DE $155,856 Frederica, DE $154,822

Georgetown, DE $154,822 Greenwood, DE $154,822 Harbeson, DE $154,822 Harrington, DE $154,822 Hartly, DE $152,503 Houston, DE $154,822 Kenton, DE $152,577 Laurel, DE $153,197

Yorklyn, DE $151,691

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

Understanding how a Test Engineer V'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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$138,518

Average $149,933/year

$158,483

$11,543

Average $12,494/month

$13,207

$2,664

Average $2,883/week

$3,048

$67

Average $72/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,483	$13,207	$3,048	$76
Average	$149,933	$12,494	$2,883	$72
25th Percentile	$138,518	$11,543	$2,664	$67

Test Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Test Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Test Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $107,736 - a projected growth of -28% over your current level.

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