Technology Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

QA Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median qa engineer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $81,000 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 6.3% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$81,000
vs State Avg
$-5,400
vs National
$-9,000
Cost of Living
86%

QA Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $52,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% 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 Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $49,500
25th Percentile $64,800
Median (50th) $81,000
75th Percentile $106,200
90th Percentile $127,800

QA Engineer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$91,800
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$91,800
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$89,100
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$82,800
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a QA Engineer in Winston-Salem

Education

Most qa engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook

Nationally, qa engineer employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.