What are the main factors that influence a QA Associate II's salary?

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

How does experience change A QA Associate 's salary?

A QA Associate 's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $76,714, a QA Associate II (2-4 years)earns $93,243, a Quality Assurance Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $112,870, a Quality Assurance Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $140,843, a Quality Assurance Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $170,345,

What are the highest paying states for a QA Associate II?

QA Associate II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for QA Associate II roles are District of Columbia $93,693, California $93,337, Massachusetts $92,093. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of QA Associate roles make?

Salaries for QA Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of QA: $140,655; QA Associate III: $102,100; Qa Engineer II: $100,800; Software QA Analyst II: $93,900; QA/Validation Engineer II: $89,110.

QA Associate II Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a QA Associate II make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a QA Associate II in District of Columbia is $94,184 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, a QA Associate II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,357
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,065 to $104,220
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,764

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QA Associate II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,220	$8,685	$2,004	$50
Average	$94,184	$7,849	$1,811	$45
25th Percentile	$85,065	$7,089	$1,636	$41

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Key Factors That Influence QA Associate II Salaries

A QA Associate II'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 QA Associate II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a QA Associate II'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): $76,714
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,243
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,870
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,843
Expert (over 8 years): $170,345

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$76,714
QA Associ... Level QA Associate II	$93,243
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$112,870
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$140,843
Quality A... Level QA Associate II	$170,345

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How Do QA Associate II 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 QA Associate IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,693.
California: $93,337.
Massachusetts: $92,093.

District of Columbia $93,693 California $93,337 Massachusetts $92,093 Washington $91,755 New Jersey $91,721 Alaska $91,603 Connecticut $90,435 New York $89,961

Hawaii $88,446 Rhode Island $87,735 Maryland $87,253 Minnesota $86,593 Colorado $86,339 Illinois $86,255 Oregon $85,933 Delaware $85,696

New Hampshire $85,547 Virginia $85,214 Pennsylvania $84,241 Nevada $83,750 North Dakota $83,589 Michigan $83,335 Wisconsin $83,242 Vermont $83,056

Texas $82,540 Maine $82,506 Arizona $82,455 Ohio $82,396 Georgia $81,617 Indiana $81,228 Wyoming $81,152 Utah $81,033

Iowa $80,983 Kansas $80,576 Louisiana $80,458 North Carolina $80,416 Missouri $80,399 Florida $80,069 Montana $79,891 Nebraska $79,722

Kentucky $79,629 South Carolina $79,290 Tennessee $79,079 Idaho $78,994 New Mexico $78,376 Oklahoma $78,241 Alabama $77,742 South Dakota $76,904

Arkansas $76,447 West Virginia $76,201 Mississippi $75,465

Top Paying Cities for QA Associate IIs

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:

Parcel Return Service: $93,693
Washington: $93,693
Naval Anacost Annex: $93,693

Parcel Return Service, DC $93,693 Washington, DC $93,693 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $93,693 Washington Navy Yard, DC $93,693

QA Associate II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a QA Associate II'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

$85,065

Average $94,184/year

$104,220

$7,089

Average $7,849/month

$8,685

$1,636

Average $1,811/week

$2,004

$41

Average $45/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,220	$8,685	$2,004	$50
Average	$94,184	$7,849	$1,811	$45
25th Percentile	$85,065	$7,089	$1,636	$41

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