What are the main factors that influence a Testing Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change A Testing Technician's salary?

A Testing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Testing Technician (1-3 years)earns $59,356, a Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $70,417, a Production Test Supervisor (5+ years)earns $82,468,

What are the highest paying states for a Testing Technician?

Testing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Testing Technician roles are District of Columbia $64,748, California $64,502, Massachusetts $63,643. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Testing Technician roles make?

Salaries for Testing Technician level roles vary by specialization: COVID Testing Technician: $74,295; Equipment Testing Senior Technician: $69,400; Testing Technician, Sr.: $69,376; Materials Testing Technician: $69,267; Production Technician, Testing: $58,988.

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Testing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Testing Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Testing Technician in Delaware is $59,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,148
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,486 to $63,958
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,410

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Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,958	$5,330	$1,230	$31
Average	$59,356	$4,946	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$50,486	$4,207	$971	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Testing Technician Salaries

A Testing Technician'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 Testing Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Testing Technician'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:

Testing Technician (1-3 years): $59,356
Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years): $70,417
Production Test Supervisor (5+ years): $82,468

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Testing Technician	1-3 years	$59,356
Testing Technician, Sr.	3-5 years	$70,417
Production Test Supervisor	5+ years	$82,468

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How Do Testing Technician 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 Testing Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,748.
California: $64,502.
Massachusetts: $63,643.

District of Columbia $64,748 California $64,502 Massachusetts $63,643 Washington $63,409 New Jersey $63,385 Alaska $63,304 Connecticut $62,497 New York $62,169

Hawaii $61,122 Rhode Island $60,631 Maryland $60,298 Minnesota $59,842 Colorado $59,666 Illinois $59,608 Oregon $59,385 Delaware $59,222

New Hampshire $59,119 Virginia $58,888 Pennsylvania $58,216 Nevada $57,877 North Dakota $57,766 Michigan $57,590 Wisconsin $57,526 Vermont $57,397

Texas $57,040 Maine $57,017 Arizona $56,982 Ohio $56,941 Georgia $56,403 Indiana $56,134 Wyoming $56,081 Utah $55,999

Iowa $55,964 Kansas $55,684 Louisiana $55,602 North Carolina $55,573 Missouri $55,561 Florida $55,333 Montana $55,210 Nebraska $55,093

Kentucky $55,029 South Carolina $54,795 Tennessee $54,649 Idaho $54,590 New Mexico $54,163 Oklahoma $54,070 Alabama $53,725 South Dakota $53,146

Arkansas $52,830 West Virginia $52,660 Mississippi $52,152

Top Paying Cities for Testing Technicians

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: $61,292
Little Creek: $60,725
Magnolia: $60,976

Lincoln, DE $61,292 Little Creek, DE $60,725 Magnolia, DE $60,976 Milford, DE $61,292 Marydel, DE $60,497 Millsboro, DE $61,292 Millville, DE $61,701 Milton, DE $61,292

Nassau, DE $61,292 Ocean View, DE $61,701 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,701 Seaford, DE $60,649 Selbyville, DE $61,701 Smyrna, DE $60,426 Viola, DE $60,976 Woodside, DE $60,801

Bear, DE $59,982 Newark, DE $60,005 Claymont, DE $60,052 Delaware City, DE $60,005 Hockessin, DE $60,052 Kirkwood, DE $60,005 Middletown, DE $60,304 Montchanin, DE $60,052

New Castle, DE $60,052 Odessa, DE $60,385 Port Penn, DE $59,842 Rockland, DE $60,052 Saint Georges, DE $60,005 Townsend, DE $60,298 Winterthur, DE $60,052 Lewes, DE $61,292

Wilmington, DE $60,052 Dover, DE $60,695 Dover Afb, DE $60,836 Bethany Beach, DE $61,701 Bethel, DE $60,649 Bridgeville, DE $61,292 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,760 Cheswold, DE $60,555

Clayton, DE $60,403 Dagsboro, DE $61,701 Delmar, DE $60,649 Ellendale, DE $61,292 Felton, DE $61,292 Fenwick Island, DE $61,701 Frankford, DE $61,701 Frederica, DE $61,292

Georgetown, DE $61,292 Greenwood, DE $61,292 Harbeson, DE $61,292 Harrington, DE $61,292 Hartly, DE $60,374 Houston, DE $61,292 Kenton, DE $60,403 Laurel, DE $60,649

Yorklyn, DE $60,052

Testing Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Testing Technician'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 May 18, 2021

$50,486

Average $59,356/year

$63,958

$4,207

Average $4,946/month

$5,330

$971

Average $1,141/week

$1,230

$24

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,958	$5,330	$1,230	$31
Average	$59,356	$4,946	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$50,486	$4,207	$971	$24

Testing Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

Testing Technician

Non-Destructive Test Technician III

Testing Technician, Sr.

Non-Destructive Test Technician IV

Production Test Supervisor

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Testing Technician, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Testing Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Non-Destructive Test Technician III	$75,596	27%
Testing Technician, Sr.	$70,417	19%

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