Quality assurance tester salary in United States

The average salary for a Quality Assurance Tester is $38.69 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 690 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 4, 2026.

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Quality Assurance Tester salaries typically range between a low of $23.66 and a high of $63.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Quality Assurance Tester include Columbia, SC at $58.67 per hour, Washington, DC at $58.34 per hour, and Charlotte, NC at $57.27 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Quality Assurance Tester include Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens ($210,000 per year) and Spruce ($176,800 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Quality Assurance Tester salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Quality Assurance Tester: Average $22.23 per hour
• Junior Quality Assurance Tester: Average $50.11 per hour
• Quality Assurance Tester II: Average $45.67 per hour
• Quality Assurance Tester III: Average $40.45 per hour
• Senior Quality Assurance Tester: Average $78.45 per hour