Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for software quality assurance analysts and testers in the United States was $50.14, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $29.54 |
| 25th | $38.61 |
| Median | $50.14 |
| 75th | $64.03 |
| 90th | $80.29 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do software quality assurance analysts and testers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $50.14; the mean hourly wage is $53.60.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for software quality assurance analysts and testers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $29.54 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for software quality assurance analysts and testers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $80.29 per hour.