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

A Software Testing Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Assurance Tester I (0-1 years)earns $48,532, a Software Testing Engineer (1-3 years)earns $55,054, a Software Quality Assurance Tester III (3-5 years)earns $65,710, a Software Quality Assurance Tester IV (5-7 years)earns $73,878, a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor (7+ years)earns $122,586,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Testing Engineer?

Software Testing Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Testing Engineer roles are District of Columbia $60,042, California $59,814, Massachusetts $59,017. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Testing Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Software Testing Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Testing and Quality Engineer IV: $131,440; Software Engineer III: $128,705; Software Testing Manager: $124,788; Software Testing and Quality Engineer III: $113,840; Software Engineer II: $105,086.

Software Testing Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Testing Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Software Testing Engineer in Delaware is $55,042 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,597
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,979 to $62,661
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,549

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Software Testing Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,661	$5,222	$1,205	$30
Average	$55,042	$4,587	$1,058	$26
25th Percentile	$47,979	$3,998	$923	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Software Testing Engineer Salaries

A Software Testing Engineer'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 Testing Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Testing Engineer'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): $48,532
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,054
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,710
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $73,878
Expert (over 8 years): $122,586

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Testing Engineer	$48,532
Software ... Level Software Testing Engineer	$55,054
Software ... Level Software Testing Engineer	$65,710
Software ... Level Software Testing Engineer	$73,878
Software ... Level Software Testing Engineer	$122,586

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How Do Software Testing Engineer 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 Testing Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,042.
California: $59,814.
Massachusetts: $59,017.

District of Columbia $60,042 California $59,814 Massachusetts $59,017 Washington $58,800 New Jersey $58,778 Alaska $58,702 Connecticut $57,954 New York $57,650

Hawaii $56,679 Rhode Island $56,224 Maryland $55,915 Minnesota $55,492 Colorado $55,329 Illinois $55,275 Oregon $55,069 Delaware $54,917

New Hampshire $54,822 Virginia $54,608 Pennsylvania $53,984 Nevada $53,670 North Dakota $53,567 Michigan $53,404 Wisconsin $53,344 Vermont $53,225

Texas $52,894 Maine $52,873 Arizona $52,840 Ohio $52,802 Georgia $52,303 Indiana $52,054 Wyoming $52,005 Utah $51,929

Iowa $51,896 Kansas $51,636 Louisiana $51,560 North Carolina $51,533 Missouri $51,522 Florida $51,311 Montana $51,197 Nebraska $51,088

Kentucky $51,029 South Carolina $50,812 Tennessee $50,676 Idaho $50,622 New Mexico $50,226 Oklahoma $50,139 Alabama $49,820 South Dakota $49,283

Arkansas $48,990 West Virginia $48,833 Mississippi $48,361

Top Paying Cities for Software Testing Engineers

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: $56,837
Little Creek: $56,311
Magnolia: $56,544

Lincoln, DE $56,837 Little Creek, DE $56,311 Magnolia, DE $56,544 Milford, DE $56,837 Marydel, DE $56,099 Millsboro, DE $56,837 Millville, DE $57,216 Milton, DE $56,837

Nassau, DE $56,837 Ocean View, DE $57,216 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,216 Seaford, DE $56,240 Selbyville, DE $57,216 Smyrna, DE $56,034 Viola, DE $56,544 Woodside, DE $56,381

Bear, DE $55,622 Newark, DE $55,644 Claymont, DE $55,687 Delaware City, DE $55,644 Hockessin, DE $55,687 Kirkwood, DE $55,644 Middletown, DE $55,920 Montchanin, DE $55,687

New Castle, DE $55,687 Odessa, DE $55,996 Port Penn, DE $55,492 Rockland, DE $55,687 Saint Georges, DE $55,644 Townsend, DE $55,915 Winterthur, DE $55,687 Lewes, DE $56,837

Wilmington, DE $55,687 Dover, DE $56,284 Dover Afb, DE $56,414 Bethany Beach, DE $57,216 Bethel, DE $56,240 Bridgeville, DE $56,837 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,343 Cheswold, DE $56,153

Clayton, DE $56,012 Dagsboro, DE $57,216 Delmar, DE $56,240 Ellendale, DE $56,837 Felton, DE $56,837 Fenwick Island, DE $57,216 Frankford, DE $57,216 Frederica, DE $56,837

Georgetown, DE $56,837 Greenwood, DE $56,837 Harbeson, DE $56,837 Harrington, DE $56,837 Hartly, DE $55,985 Houston, DE $56,837 Kenton, DE $56,012 Laurel, DE $56,240

Yorklyn, DE $55,687

Software Testing Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Testing Engineer'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

$47,979

Average $55,042/year

$62,661

$3,998

Average $4,587/month

$5,222

$923

Average $1,058/week

$1,205

$23

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,661	$5,222	$1,205	$30
Average	$55,042	$4,587	$1,058	$26
25th Percentile	$47,979	$3,998	$923	$23

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