Technology North Carolina (NC) Rank #26 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in North Carolina

The median qa engineer salary in North Carolina is $86,400 per year, which is 4% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$86,400

vs National

$-3,600

State Rank

#26 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

QA Engineer Salary in North Carolina by Experience

In North Carolina, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $55,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,600 per year. The cost of living index in North Carolina is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,680

$-2,320 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,320

$-3,680 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$129,600

$-5,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in North Carolina

Percentile	NC Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$52,800	$55,000	$-2,200
25th Percentile	$69,120	$72,000	$-2,880
Median (50th)	$86,400	$90,000	$-3,600
75th Percentile	$113,280	$118,000	$-4,720
90th Percentile	$136,320	$142,000	$-5,680

QA Engineer Salary by City in North Carolina

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in North Carolina include Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, and Greensboro. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charlotte, NC

$91,800

Pop. 874,579 · COL 98%

Raleigh, NC

$91,800

Pop. 467,665 · COL 98%

Durham, NC

$89,100

Pop. 283,506 · COL 95%

Greensboro, NC

$82,800

Pop. 299,035 · COL 88%

Winston-Salem, NC

$81,000

Pop. 249,545 · COL 86%

How to Become a QA Engineer in North Carolina

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in North Carolina

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