Technology Michigan (MI) Rank #32 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in Michigan

The median qa engineer salary in Michigan is $81,000 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$81,000

vs National

$-9,000

State Rank

#32 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

QA Engineer Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $52,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,500 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$82,800

$-9,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$121,500

$-13,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$49,500	$55,000	$-5,500
25th Percentile	$64,800	$72,000	$-7,200
Median (50th)	$81,000	$90,000	$-9,000
75th Percentile	$106,200	$118,000	$-11,800
90th Percentile	$127,800	$142,000	$-14,200

QA Engineer Salary by City in Michigan

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Michigan include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Warren. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Detroit, MI

$79,200

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$81,000

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$94,500

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$79,200

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$77,400

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Michigan

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Michigan

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