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Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers salary in Cleveland, Ohio

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Cleveland metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$83,530
Mean annual$90,470
Range (10th to 90th)$62,010 to $126,280
Cleveland, Ohio employment850
State vs national-21.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Cleveland software quality assurance analysts and testers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$62,01025TH$75,970MEDIAN$83,53075TH$101,05090TH$126,280

The middle 50% of workers earn between $75,970 and $101,050, with a median of $83,530.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.

  2. 02

    Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.

  3. 03

    Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.

  4. 04

    Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.

  5. 05

    Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.

  6. 06

    Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.

  7. 07

    Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.

  8. 08

    Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.

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Other metros in Ohio

How the Cleveland metro compares to other major Ohio metro areas for software quality assurance analysts and testers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers in Cleveland, Ohio?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers in the Cleveland metropolitan area is $83,530.
Does Cleveland pay more than the Ohio state average for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers?
The Cleveland metro median is -0.5% versus the Ohio state median of $83,960.
How does Cleveland compare to the national median for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers?
The Cleveland metro median is -21.7% versus the BLS national figure of $106,735.
What is the salary range for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers in Cleveland?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $62,010 and the 90th-percentile at $126,280 for the Cleveland metro area.
What education is required for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Cleveland CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.