Senior quality assurance tester salary in United States (Updated 2026)

The average salary for a Senior Quality Assurance Tester is $50.37 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 37 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 28, 2026.

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Senior Quality Assurance Tester salaries typically range between a low of $39.22 and a high of $64.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Senior Quality Assurance Tester include Brentwood, TN at $98.44 per hour, New York, NY at $57.45 per hour, and Troy, MI at $53.94 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Senior Quality Assurance Tester include Mitchell/Martin Inc. ($147,723 per year) and CAREER STAFFING ($140,800 per year).

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

• Entry Level Quality Assurance Tester: Average $30.05 per hour
• Junior Quality Assurance Tester: Average $50.90 per hour
• Quality Assurance Tester: Average $38.92 per hour
• Quality Assurance Tester II: Average $42.72 per hour
• Quality Assurance Tester III: Average $42.47 per hour