Software tester: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Software tester make in United States of America?

$143,052/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Software tester in United States of America is $143,052 per year or $72.39 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $107,413 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $198,625 per year.

Median$143,052

Low$107,413

High$198,625

Software tester: Average Salary in United States of America

California$159,994

Washington$158,468

New York$151,778

Maryland$144,868

Virginia$144,793

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