Technology Alabama (AL) Rank #46 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in Alabama

The median qa engineer salary in Alabama is $73,800 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$73,800

vs National

$-16,200

State Rank

#46 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

QA Engineer Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $47,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,700 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$47,560

$-10,440 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$75,440

$-16,560 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$110,700

$-24,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$45,100	$55,000	$-9,900
25th Percentile	$59,040	$72,000	$-12,960
Median (50th)	$73,800	$90,000	$-16,200
75th Percentile	$96,760	$118,000	$-21,240
90th Percentile	$116,440	$142,000	$-25,560

QA Engineer Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$76,500

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$78,300

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$72,900

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$72,000

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$74,700

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Alabama

Education

Most qa engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, qa engineer employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.