Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers Salary (2025)
Based on 186,740 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $61,440 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $80,310 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $104,300 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $133,180 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $167,010 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$61K
25th
$80K
Median
$104K
75th
$133K
90th
$167K
Highest Paying States for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $131,260 |
| Washington | $131,090 |
| Maryland | $123,410 |
| Colorado | $123,340 |
| New York | $122,950 |
| New Mexico | $122,520 |
| Virginia | $121,160 |
| New Jersey | $120,550 |
| Massachusetts | $117,270 |
| Oregon | $115,840 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $131,260 per year, while Oregon has an average of $115,840 — a difference of $15,420. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 186,740 workers were employed as Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $111,490 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-1253