What are the main factors that influence a Network Engineer III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Network Engineer 's salary?

A Network Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,050, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,502, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,525, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,744, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,433,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Engineer III?

Network Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $126,019, California $125,541, Massachusetts $123,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,640; DevOps Engineer III: $135,744; Network Architect III: $119,933; Telecommunications Network Engineer III: $118,190; Telecommunications Engineer III: $118,187.

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Network Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Engineer III in Delaware is $115,525 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Network Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,169
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,156 to $124,237
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,535

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Network Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,237	$10,353	$2,389	$60
Average	$115,525	$9,627	$2,222	$56
25th Percentile	$107,156	$8,930	$2,061	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer III Salaries

A Network Engineer III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Engineer III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Network Engineer I (0-2 years): $80,050
Network Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,502
Network Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,525
Network Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,744
Network Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,433

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Engineer I	0-2 years	$80,050
Network Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,502
Network Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,525
Network Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,744
Network Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,433

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How Do Network Engineer III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Network Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $126,019.
California: $125,541.
Massachusetts: $123,868.

District of Columbia $126,019 California $125,541 Massachusetts $123,868 Washington $123,413 New Jersey $123,367 Alaska $123,208 Connecticut $121,637 New York $121,000

Hawaii $118,963 Rhode Island $118,007 Maryland $117,358 Minnesota $116,470 Colorado $116,129 Illinois $116,015 Oregon $115,582 Delaware $115,263

New Hampshire $115,063 Virginia $114,615 Pennsylvania $113,306 Nevada $112,646 North Dakota $112,429 Michigan $112,088 Wisconsin $111,963 Vermont $111,712

Texas $111,018 Maine $110,973 Arizona $110,904 Ohio $110,825 Georgia $109,777 Indiana $109,254 Wyoming $109,151 Utah $108,992

Iowa $108,924 Kansas $108,377 Louisiana $108,218 North Carolina $108,161 Missouri $108,138 Florida $107,695 Montana $107,456 Nebraska $107,228

Kentucky $107,103 South Carolina $106,647 Tennessee $106,363 Idaho $106,249 New Mexico $105,418 Oklahoma $105,236 Alabama $104,565 South Dakota $103,438

Arkansas $102,823 West Virginia $102,493 Mississippi $101,503

Top Paying Cities for Network Engineer IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $119,293
Little Creek: $118,189
Magnolia: $118,678

Lincoln, DE $119,293 Little Creek, DE $118,189 Magnolia, DE $118,678 Milford, DE $119,293 Marydel, DE $117,745 Millsboro, DE $119,293 Millville, DE $120,089 Milton, DE $119,293

Nassau, DE $119,293 Ocean View, DE $120,089 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,089 Seaford, DE $118,041 Selbyville, DE $120,089 Smyrna, DE $117,608 Viola, DE $118,678 Woodside, DE $118,337

Bear, DE $116,743 Newark, DE $116,789 Claymont, DE $116,880 Delaware City, DE $116,789 Hockessin, DE $116,880 Kirkwood, DE $116,789 Middletown, DE $117,369 Montchanin, DE $116,880

New Castle, DE $116,880 Odessa, DE $117,528 Port Penn, DE $116,470 Rockland, DE $116,880 Saint Georges, DE $116,789 Townsend, DE $117,358 Winterthur, DE $116,880 Lewes, DE $119,293

Wilmington, DE $116,880 Dover, DE $118,132 Dover Afb, DE $118,405 Bethany Beach, DE $120,089 Bethel, DE $118,041 Bridgeville, DE $119,293 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,257 Cheswold, DE $117,859

Clayton, DE $117,563 Dagsboro, DE $120,089 Delmar, DE $118,041 Ellendale, DE $119,293 Felton, DE $119,293 Fenwick Island, DE $120,089 Frankford, DE $120,089 Frederica, DE $119,293

Georgetown, DE $119,293 Greenwood, DE $119,293 Harbeson, DE $119,293 Harrington, DE $119,293 Hartly, DE $117,506 Houston, DE $119,293 Kenton, DE $117,563 Laurel, DE $118,041

Yorklyn, DE $116,880

Network Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Engineer III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$107,156

Average $115,525/year

$124,237

$8,930

Average $9,627/month

$10,353

$2,061

Average $2,222/week

$2,389

$52

Average $56/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,237	$10,353	$2,389	$60
Average	$115,525	$9,627	$2,222	$56
25th Percentile	$107,156	$8,930	$2,061	$52

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For a Network Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $135,744 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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