Technology Sitka, AK Pop. 8,458

QA Engineer Salary in Sitka, Alaska

The median qa engineer salary in Sitka, AK is $116,100 per year, which is 29.0% above the national median and 6.6% above the Alaska state average.

City Median
$116,100
vs State Avg
+$7,200
vs National
+$26,100
Cost of Living
132%

QA Engineer Salary in Sitka by Experience

In Sitka, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $74,820, while experienced professionals earn up to $174,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 132% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$74,820
+$16,820 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$118,680
+$26,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$174,150
+$39,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sitka, AK

Percentile Sitka
10th Percentile $70,950
25th Percentile $92,880
Median (50th) $116,100
75th Percentile $152,220
90th Percentile $183,180

QA Engineer Salary in Other Alaska Cities

Juneau, AK
$118,800
Pop. 32,255
Fairbanks, AK
$114,300
Pop. 32,325
Anchorage, AK
$110,700
Pop. 291,247
Wasilla, AK
$103,500
Pop. 12,000

How to Become a QA Engineer in Sitka

Education

Most qa engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Sitka and the surrounding Alaska area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook

Nationally, qa engineer employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Sitka may vary based on local industry and population growth.