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QA Engineer Salary in Missouri

The median qa engineer salary in Missouri is $79,200 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$79,200

vs National

$-10,800

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

QA Engineer Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $51,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $118,800 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$51,040

$-6,960 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,960

$-11,040 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$118,800

$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$48,400	$55,000	$-6,600
25th Percentile	$63,360	$72,000	$-8,640
Median (50th)	$79,200	$90,000	$-10,800
75th Percentile	$103,840	$118,000	$-14,160
90th Percentile	$124,960	$142,000	$-17,040

QA Engineer Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Kansas City, MO

$82,800

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$81,000

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$73,800

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$79,200

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$76,500

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Missouri

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Missouri

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