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

A QA Manager's salary grows with experience: a Quality Assurance Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $141,137, a Quality Assurance Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $170,700, a QA Manager (10+ years)earns $143,874, a Quality Assurance Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $182,230, a Quality Assurance Director (10+ years)earns $222,097,

What are the highest paying states for a QA Manager?

QA Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for QA Manager roles are District of Columbia $144,140, California $143,593, Massachusetts $141,679. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of QA Manager roles make?

Salaries for QA Manager level roles vary by specialization: Qa Engineering Manager: $160,607; QA Automation Manager: $139,267; Software QA Manager: $139,267; Field QA Manager: $132,390; Area QA Manager: $130,184.

QA Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a QA Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a QA Manager in District of Columbia is $144,895 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,744
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,139 to $159,472
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,526

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QA Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,472	$13,289	$3,067	$77
Average	$144,895	$12,075	$2,786	$70
25th Percentile	$132,139	$11,012	$2,541	$64

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Key Factors That Influence QA Manager Salaries

A QA Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a QA Manager'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): $141,137
Early Career (1-2 years): $170,700
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,874
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $182,230
Expert (over 8 years): $222,097

Levels	Salary
Quality A... Level QA Manager	$141,137
Quality A... Level QA Manager	$170,700
QA Manage... Level QA Manager	$143,874
Quality A... Level QA Manager	$182,230
Quality A... Level QA Manager	$222,097

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How Do QA Manager 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 Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $144,140.
California: $143,593.
Massachusetts: $141,679.

District of Columbia $144,140 California $143,593 Massachusetts $141,679 Washington $141,158 New Jersey $141,106 Alaska $140,924 Connecticut $139,128 New York $138,399

Hawaii $136,068 Rhode Island $134,975 Maryland $134,233 Minnesota $133,217 Colorado $132,827 Illinois $132,696 Oregon $132,202 Delaware $131,837

New Hampshire $131,608 Virginia $131,095 Pennsylvania $129,598 Nevada $128,843 North Dakota $128,596 Michigan $128,205 Wisconsin $128,062 Vermont $127,776

Texas $126,981 Maine $126,929 Arizona $126,851 Ohio $126,760 Georgia $125,562 Indiana $124,964 Wyoming $124,846 Utah $124,664

Iowa $124,586 Kansas $123,961 Louisiana $123,779 North Carolina $123,714 Missouri $123,688 Florida $123,180 Montana $122,907 Nebraska $122,646

Kentucky $122,503 South Carolina $121,982 Tennessee $121,657 Idaho $121,527 New Mexico $120,576 Oklahoma $120,368 Alabama $119,600 South Dakota $118,311

Arkansas $117,608 West Virginia $117,231 Mississippi $116,098

Top Paying Cities for QA Managers

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: $144,140
Washington: $144,140
Naval Anacost Annex: $144,140

Parcel Return Service, DC $144,140 Washington, DC $144,140 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $144,140 Washington Navy Yard, DC $144,140

QA Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a QA Manager'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

$132,139

Average $144,895/year

$159,472

$11,012

Average $12,075/month

$13,289

$2,541

Average $2,786/week

$3,067

$64

Average $70/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,472	$13,289	$3,067	$77
Average	$144,895	$12,075	$2,786	$70
25th Percentile	$132,139	$11,012	$2,541	$64

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