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How much does Software Test make?
Total pay range
$72K - $130K/yr
$96K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$66K - $119K/yrBase pay
$6K - $11K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 20253.2K Salaries submitted
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Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Frequently asked questions about Software Tester salaries
The average salary for Software Tester is $95,863 per year or $46 per hour, with top earners making up to $170,427 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $71,897 (25th percentile) to $129,987 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 3200 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Tester employees.
The highest salary for Software Tester is $129,987 per year, $10,832 per month or $62 per hour.
The lowest salary for Software Tester is $71,897 per year, $5,991 per month or $35 per hour.
Pay for software testers reaches the six-figure range, reflecting demand for their services and barriers to entry. Software testers with experience or interest in working with healthcare and medical insurance related applications may command especially high pay, since job growth will be especially high in this area. Candidates who work for software publishers or manufacturers will generally earn higher pay than those who work for insurance carriers or management companies.
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