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QA Engineer Salary in Delaware

The median qa engineer salary in Delaware is $90,900 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary
$90,900
vs National
+$900
State Rank
#16 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

QA Engineer Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $58,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,350 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,580
+$580 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,920
+$920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,350
+$1,350 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $55,550
25th Percentile $72,720
Median (50th) $90,900
75th Percentile $119,180
90th Percentile $143,420

QA Engineer Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$94,500
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$86,400
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$91,800
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$88,200
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$89,100
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Delaware

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Delaware

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