Game QA Tester salary in Edmonton, Canada
A mid-level Game QA Tester in Edmonton earns a median of C$69k a year gross ($50k), from C$56k at p10 to C$84k at p90. Edmonton pays 0.90× the Canada median and 24% below the US median of $66k. About 1 million people live in Edmonton.
Game QA Tester pay by level in Edmonton
Gross annual pay in CAD. Junior C$55k, lead C$120k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | C$45k | C$55k | C$67k | $40k | |
| Mid-level | C$56k | C$69k | C$84k | $50k | |
| Senior | C$73k | C$89k | C$110k | $65k | |
| Lead | C$95k | C$120k | C$140k | $84k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Canada median (C$76k) times a 0.90 city factor. Methodology.
From gross to take-home in Edmonton
Employers in Canada usually quote annual base salary, hourly for contract roles.
A generic estimate for a single mid-level earner, not tax advice.
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Game QA Tester salary in Edmonton: FAQ
What is the average Game QA Tester salary in Edmonton?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Game QA Tester in Edmonton is C$69k a year ($50k). The p10 is C$56k and the p90 is C$84k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Edmonton with a city factor of 0.90.
How much does a senior Game QA Tester make in Edmonton?
A senior Game QA Tester in Edmonton earns a median of C$89k ($65k), with a range of C$73k to C$110k. Leads reach C$120k and juniors start near C$55k.
What is an entry-level Game QA Tester salary in Edmonton?
A junior Game QA Tester in Edmonton earns about C$55k a year ($40k), between C$45k and C$67k. Pay rises to C$69k at mid-level.
Is Edmonton a good-paying city for Game QA Testers in Canada?
Edmonton ranks 7th of 11 tracked Canada cities for this role, at 0.90x the national median of C$76k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a Game QA Tester in Edmonton?
Roughly 70-76% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about C$48k to C$52k a year, or C$4,200 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a Game QA Tester in Edmonton?
A C$69k gross salary equals about C$33 an hour on a 40-hour week (C$5,800 a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.