Technology Kentucky (KY) Rank #44 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in Kentucky

The median qa engineer salary in Kentucky is $74,700 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$74,700

vs National

$-15,300

State Rank

#44 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

QA Engineer Salary in Kentucky by Experience

In Kentucky, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $48,140, while experienced professionals earn up to $112,050 per year. The cost of living index in Kentucky is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$48,140

$-9,860 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$76,360

$-15,640 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$112,050

$-22,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kentucky

Percentile	KY Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$45,650	$55,000	$-9,350
25th Percentile	$59,760	$72,000	$-12,240
Median (50th)	$74,700	$90,000	$-15,300
75th Percentile	$97,940	$118,000	$-20,060
90th Percentile	$117,860	$142,000	$-24,140

QA Engineer Salary by City in Kentucky

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Kentucky include Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and Owensboro. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Louisville, KY

$79,200

Pop. 633,045 · COL 92%

Lexington, KY

$80,100

Pop. 322,570 · COL 93%

Bowling Green, KY

$72,000

Pop. 74,735 · COL 84%

Owensboro, KY

$70,200

Pop. 60,183 · COL 82%

Covington, KY

$75,600

Pop. 40,961 · COL 88%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Kentucky

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Kentucky

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