What are the main factors that influence a Quality Control Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Quality Control Associate's salary?

A Quality Control Associate's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $67,004, a Quality Control Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $83,390, a Quality Control Associate (4-7 years)earns $101,796, a Quality Control Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $128,901, a Quality Control Analyst V ( years)earns $0,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Control Associate?

Quality Control Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Control Associate roles are District of Columbia $109,286, California $108,872, Massachusetts $107,421. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Control Associate roles make?

Salaries for Quality Control Associate level roles vary by specialization: Head of Quality Control: $220,720; Associate Director of Quality Control: $175,315; Quality Control Specialist: $125,196; Quality Control Director: $120,974; Quality Control Manager: $120,804.

Quality Control Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Control Associate make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Quality Control Associate in Delaware is $100,186 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,718
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,783 to $110,933
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,492

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Quality Control Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,933	$9,244	$2,133	$53
Average	$100,186	$8,349	$1,927	$48
25th Percentile	$87,783	$7,315	$1,688	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Control Associate Salaries

A Quality Control Associate'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 Quality Control Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Control Associate'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): $67,004
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,390
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,796
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,901
Expert (over 8 years): $0

Levels	Salary
Quality C... Level Quality Control Associate	$67,004
Quality C... Level Quality Control Associate	$83,390
Quality C... Level Quality Control Associate	$101,796
Quality C... Level Quality Control Associate	$128,901
Quality C... Level Quality Control Associate	$0

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How Do Quality Control Associate 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 Quality Control Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,286.
California: $108,872.
Massachusetts: $107,421.

District of Columbia $109,286 California $108,872 Massachusetts $107,421 Washington $107,026 New Jersey $106,986 Alaska $106,848 Connecticut $105,486 New York $104,933

Hawaii $103,166 Rhode Island $102,337 Maryland $101,775 Minnesota $101,005 Colorado $100,709 Illinois $100,610 Oregon $100,235 Delaware $99,959

New Hampshire $99,785 Virginia $99,396 Pennsylvania $98,261 Nevada $97,688 North Dakota $97,501 Michigan $97,205 Wisconsin $97,096 Vermont $96,879

Texas $96,277 Maine $96,237 Arizona $96,178 Ohio $96,109 Georgia $95,201 Indiana $94,747 Wyoming $94,658 Utah $94,520

Iowa $94,461 Kansas $93,987 Louisiana $93,849 North Carolina $93,799 Missouri $93,780 Florida $93,395 Montana $93,187 Nebraska $92,990

Kentucky $92,881 South Carolina $92,487 Tennessee $92,240 Idaho $92,141 New Mexico $91,421 Oklahoma $91,263 Alabama $90,680 South Dakota $89,703

Arkansas $89,170 West Virginia $88,884 Mississippi $88,025

Top Paying Cities for Quality Control Associates

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: $103,453
Little Creek: $102,495
Magnolia: $102,920

Lincoln, DE $103,453 Little Creek, DE $102,495 Magnolia, DE $102,920 Milford, DE $103,453 Marydel, DE $102,110 Millsboro, DE $103,453 Millville, DE $104,144 Milton, DE $103,453

Nassau, DE $103,453 Ocean View, DE $104,144 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,144 Seaford, DE $102,367 Selbyville, DE $104,144 Smyrna, DE $101,992 Viola, DE $102,920 Woodside, DE $102,624

Bear, DE $101,242 Newark, DE $101,281 Claymont, DE $101,360 Delaware City, DE $101,281 Hockessin, DE $101,360 Kirkwood, DE $101,281 Middletown, DE $101,785 Montchanin, DE $101,360

New Castle, DE $101,360 Odessa, DE $101,923 Port Penn, DE $101,005 Rockland, DE $101,360 Saint Georges, DE $101,281 Townsend, DE $101,775 Winterthur, DE $101,360 Lewes, DE $103,453

Wilmington, DE $101,360 Dover, DE $102,446 Dover Afb, DE $102,683 Bethany Beach, DE $104,144 Bethel, DE $102,367 Bridgeville, DE $103,453 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,554 Cheswold, DE $102,209

Clayton, DE $101,952 Dagsboro, DE $104,144 Delmar, DE $102,367 Ellendale, DE $103,453 Felton, DE $103,453 Fenwick Island, DE $104,144 Frankford, DE $104,144 Frederica, DE $103,453

Georgetown, DE $103,453 Greenwood, DE $103,453 Harbeson, DE $103,453 Harrington, DE $103,453 Hartly, DE $101,903 Houston, DE $103,453 Kenton, DE $101,952 Laurel, DE $102,367

Yorklyn, DE $101,360

Quality Control Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Control Associate'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

$87,783

Average $100,186/year

$110,933

$7,315

Average $8,349/month

$9,244

$1,688

Average $1,927/week

$2,133

$42

Average $48/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,933	$9,244	$2,133	$53
Average	$100,186	$8,349	$1,927	$48
25th Percentile	$87,783	$7,315	$1,688	$42

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