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QA Engineer Salary in West Virginia

The median qa engineer salary in West Virginia is $68,400 per year, which is 24% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$68,400

vs National

$-21,600

State Rank

#49 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

QA Engineer Salary in West Virginia by Experience

In West Virginia, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $44,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $102,600 per year. The cost of living index in West Virginia is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$44,080

$-13,920 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$69,920

$-22,080 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$102,600

$-32,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Virginia

Percentile	WV Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$41,800	$55,000	$-13,200
25th Percentile	$54,720	$72,000	$-17,280
Median (50th)	$68,400	$90,000	$-21,600
75th Percentile	$89,680	$118,000	$-28,320
90th Percentile	$107,920	$142,000	$-34,080

QA Engineer Salary by City in West Virginia

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in West Virginia include Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Parkersburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, WV

$72,000

Pop. 48,006 · COL 88%

Huntington, WV

$66,600

Pop. 46,842 · COL 82%

Morgantown, WV

$73,800

Pop. 30,955 · COL 90%

Parkersburg, WV

$64,800

Pop. 29,675 · COL 80%

Wheeling, WV

$63,000

Pop. 26,711 · COL 78%

How to Become a QA Engineer in West Virginia

Education

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

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in West Virginia

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