What are the main factors that influence a Software Quality Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Software Quality Analyst's salary?

A Software Quality Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Analyst (0-2 years)earns $74,382, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,495, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,787, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,692, a Software Quality Assurance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,631,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Quality Analyst?

Software Quality Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Quality Analyst roles are District of Columbia $81,849, California $81,538, Massachusetts $80,452. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Quality Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Software Quality Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Manager: $137,651; Software Quality Assurance Analyst IV: $131,440; Software Quality Assurance Supervisor: $120,630; Software Quality Assurance Analyst III: $113,837; IT Services, Systems and Software Quality Analyst III: $109,600.

Software Quality Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Quality Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Software Quality Analyst in Delaware is $75,033 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Software Quality Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,541
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,597 to $80,533
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,648

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Software Quality Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,533	$6,711	$1,549	$39
Average	$75,033	$6,253	$1,443	$36
25th Percentile	$69,597	$5,800	$1,338	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Software Quality Analyst Salaries

A Software Quality Analyst'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 Software Quality Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Quality Analyst'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): $74,382
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,495
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,787
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,692
Expert (over 8 years): $163,631

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$74,382
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$95,495
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$115,787
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$133,692
Software ... Level Software Quality Analyst	$163,631

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How Do Software Quality Analyst 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 Software Quality Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,849.
California: $81,538.
Massachusetts: $80,452.

District of Columbia $81,849 California $81,538 Massachusetts $80,452 Washington $80,156 New Jersey $80,126 Alaska $80,023 Connecticut $79,003 New York $78,589

Hawaii $77,265 Rhode Island $76,644 Maryland $76,223 Minnesota $75,647 Colorado $75,425 Illinois $75,351 Oregon $75,070 Delaware $74,863

New Hampshire $74,733 Virginia $74,442 Pennsylvania $73,591 Nevada $73,163 North Dakota $73,022 Michigan $72,800 Wisconsin $72,719 Vermont $72,556

Texas $72,106 Maine $72,076 Arizona $72,032 Ohio $71,980 Georgia $71,300 Indiana $70,960 Wyoming $70,893 Utah $70,790

Iowa $70,745 Kansas $70,391 Louisiana $70,287 North Carolina $70,250 Missouri $70,235 Florida $69,947 Montana $69,792 Nebraska $69,644

Kentucky $69,563 South Carolina $69,267 Tennessee $69,082 Idaho $69,008 New Mexico $68,468 Oklahoma $68,350 Alabama $67,914 South Dakota $67,182

Arkansas $66,783 West Virginia $66,569 Mississippi $65,925

Top Paying Cities for Software Quality Analysts

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: $77,480
Little Creek: $76,763
Magnolia: $77,081

Lincoln, DE $77,480 Little Creek, DE $76,763 Magnolia, DE $77,081 Milford, DE $77,480 Marydel, DE $76,474 Millsboro, DE $77,480 Millville, DE $77,997 Milton, DE $77,480

Nassau, DE $77,480 Ocean View, DE $77,997 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,997 Seaford, DE $76,667 Selbyville, DE $77,997 Smyrna, DE $76,386 Viola, DE $77,081 Woodside, DE $76,859

Bear, DE $75,824 Newark, DE $75,854 Claymont, DE $75,913 Delaware City, DE $75,854 Hockessin, DE $75,913 Kirkwood, DE $75,854 Middletown, DE $76,231 Montchanin, DE $75,913

New Castle, DE $75,913 Odessa, DE $76,334 Port Penn, DE $75,647 Rockland, DE $75,913 Saint Georges, DE $75,854 Townsend, DE $76,223 Winterthur, DE $75,913 Lewes, DE $77,480

Wilmington, DE $75,913 Dover, DE $76,726 Dover Afb, DE $76,903 Bethany Beach, DE $77,997 Bethel, DE $76,667 Bridgeville, DE $77,480 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,807 Cheswold, DE $76,548

Clayton, DE $76,356 Dagsboro, DE $77,997 Delmar, DE $76,667 Ellendale, DE $77,480 Felton, DE $77,480 Fenwick Island, DE $77,997 Frankford, DE $77,997 Frederica, DE $77,480

Georgetown, DE $77,480 Greenwood, DE $77,480 Harbeson, DE $77,480 Harrington, DE $77,480 Hartly, DE $76,319 Houston, DE $77,480 Kenton, DE $76,356 Laurel, DE $76,667

Yorklyn, DE $75,913

Software Quality Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Quality Analyst'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

$69,597

Average $75,033/year

$80,533

$5,800

Average $6,253/month

$6,711

$1,338

Average $1,443/week

$1,549

$33

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,533	$6,711	$1,549	$39
Average	$75,033	$6,253	$1,443	$36
25th Percentile	$69,597	$5,800	$1,338	$33

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