Technology Maine (ME) Rank #27 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in Maine

The median qa engineer salary in Maine is $85,500 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$85,500

vs National

$-4,500

State Rank

#27 of 50

Cost of Living

98%

QA Engineer Salary in Maine by Experience

In Maine, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $55,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $128,250 per year. The cost of living index in Maine is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,100

$-2,900 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$87,400

$-4,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$128,250

$-6,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maine

Percentile	ME Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$52,250	$55,000	$-2,750
25th Percentile	$68,400	$72,000	$-3,600
Median (50th)	$85,500	$90,000	$-4,500
75th Percentile	$112,100	$118,000	$-5,900
90th Percentile	$134,900	$142,000	$-7,100

QA Engineer Salary by City in Maine

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Maine include Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, and South Portland. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Portland, ME

$94,500

Pop. 68,408 · COL 108%

Lewiston, ME

$78,300

Pop. 37,121 · COL 90%

Bangor, ME

$80,100

Pop. 32,029 · COL 92%

South Portland, ME

$91,800

Pop. 25,665 · COL 105%

Auburn, ME

$77,400

Pop. 23,926 · COL 89%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Maine

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Maine

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