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Quality Control (QC) Associate

Average Early-Career Quality Control (QC) Associate with Microbiology Skills Salary

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$63,119
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$49k
MEDIAN
$63k
90%
$77k

The average salary for a Quality Control (QC) Associate is $63,119 in 2025

Base Salary
$49k - $77k
Bonus
$460 - $6k
Total Pay
$46k - $80k
Based on 24 salary profiles (last updated Sep 17 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Quality Control (QC) Associate

Medical
85%
Dental
85%
Vision
85%
None
15%

Gender Breakdown for Quality Control (QC) Associates

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 10 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Quality Control (QC) Associates

What is the highest pay for Quality Control (QC) Associates?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Quality Control (QC) Associate is $77k / year

What is the lowest pay for Quality Control (QC) Associates?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Quality Control (QC) Associate is $49k / year

How can Quality Control (QC) Associates increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Quality Control (QC) Associate is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Quality Control (QC) Associate that oversees more junior Quality Control (QC) Associates, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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