FY 2025-2026 Data

Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers Salary in Ames, IA, IA

Official H1B prevailing wage data for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers (SOC 15-1253) in the Ames, IA metropolitan area.

Median Annual Wage (L2)
$81,723

Most common H1B wage level

Entry Level (L1)
$64,854

For junior positions

Location Tier
Tier 3

Standard Metro Area

Detailed Wage Levels
Breakdown of hourly and annual prevailing wages for all experience levels.
LevelExperienceHourly RateAnnual Salary
Level 1Entry Level$31.18/hr$64,854
Level 2Qualified$39.29/hr$81,723
Level 3Experienced$47.41/hr$98,613
Level 4Fully Competent$55.52/hr$115,482

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