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

A Reliability Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Reliability Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,220, a Reliability Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $94,746, a Reliability Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,243, a Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,082, a Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,130,

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

Reliability Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Reliability Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $124,621, California $124,148, Massachusetts $122,494. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Reliability Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Reliability Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Reliability Engineer: $161,710; Specialist Reliability Engineer: $137,043; Maintenance Reliability Engineer: $113,618; Reliability Analysis Engineer III: $112,590; Senior Reliability Engineer: $112,573.

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Reliability Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Reliability Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Reliability Engineer III in Delaware is $114,243 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,908
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,161 to $121,396
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,712

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Reliability Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,396	$10,116	$2,335	$58
Average	$114,243	$9,520	$2,197	$55
25th Percentile	$107,161	$8,930	$2,061	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Reliability Engineer III Salaries

A Reliability 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 Reliability Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Reliability 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:

Reliability Engineer I (0-2 years): $79,220
Reliability Engineer II (2-4 years): $94,746
Reliability Engineer III (4-7 years): $114,243
Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years): $139,082
Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years): $164,130

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Reliability Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,220
Reliability Engineer II	2-4 years	$94,746
Reliability Engineer III	4-7 years	$114,243
Reliability Engineer IV	7+ years	$139,082
Reliability Engineer V	7-10 years	$164,130

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How Do Reliability 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 Reliability Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $124,621.
California: $124,148.
Massachusetts: $122,494.

District of Columbia $124,621 California $124,148 Massachusetts $122,494 Washington $122,043 New Jersey $121,998 Alaska $121,841 Connecticut $120,288 New York $119,657

Hawaii $117,642 Rhode Island $116,697 Maryland $116,055 Minnesota $115,178 Colorado $114,840 Illinois $114,727 Oregon $114,300 Delaware $113,984

New Hampshire $113,786 Virginia $113,343 Pennsylvania $112,049 Nevada $111,396 North Dakota $111,182 Michigan $110,844 Wisconsin $110,720 Vermont $110,473

Texas $109,786 Maine $109,741 Arizona $109,674 Ohio $109,595 Georgia $108,559 Indiana $108,042 Wyoming $107,940 Utah $107,783

Iowa $107,715 Kansas $107,175 Louisiana $107,017 North Carolina $106,961 Missouri $106,939 Florida $106,500 Montana $106,263 Nebraska $106,038

Kentucky $105,914 South Carolina $105,464 Tennessee $105,183 Idaho $105,070 New Mexico $104,248 Oklahoma $104,068 Alabama $103,404 South Dakota $102,290

Arkansas $101,682 West Virginia $101,356 Mississippi $100,377

Top Paying Cities for Reliability 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: $117,969
Little Creek: $116,877
Magnolia: $117,361

Lincoln, DE $117,969 Little Creek, DE $116,877 Magnolia, DE $117,361 Milford, DE $117,969 Marydel, DE $116,438 Millsboro, DE $117,969 Millville, DE $118,757 Milton, DE $117,969

Nassau, DE $117,969 Ocean View, DE $118,757 Rehoboth Beach, DE $118,757 Seaford, DE $116,731 Selbyville, DE $118,757 Smyrna, DE $116,303 Viola, DE $117,361 Woodside, DE $117,023

Bear, DE $115,448 Newark, DE $115,493 Claymont, DE $115,583 Delaware City, DE $115,493 Hockessin, DE $115,583 Kirkwood, DE $115,493 Middletown, DE $116,067 Montchanin, DE $115,583

New Castle, DE $115,583 Odessa, DE $116,224 Port Penn, DE $115,178 Rockland, DE $115,583 Saint Georges, DE $115,493 Townsend, DE $116,055 Winterthur, DE $115,583 Lewes, DE $117,969

Wilmington, DE $115,583 Dover, DE $116,821 Dover Afb, DE $117,091 Bethany Beach, DE $118,757 Bethel, DE $116,731 Bridgeville, DE $117,969 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,945 Cheswold, DE $116,551

Clayton, DE $116,258 Dagsboro, DE $118,757 Delmar, DE $116,731 Ellendale, DE $117,969 Felton, DE $117,969 Fenwick Island, DE $118,757 Frankford, DE $118,757 Frederica, DE $117,969

Georgetown, DE $117,969 Greenwood, DE $117,969 Harbeson, DE $117,969 Harrington, DE $117,969 Hartly, DE $116,202 Houston, DE $117,969 Kenton, DE $116,258 Laurel, DE $116,731

Yorklyn, DE $115,583

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

Understanding how a Reliability 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$107,161

Average $114,243/year

$121,396

$8,930

Average $9,520/month

$10,116

$2,061

Average $2,197/week

$2,335

$52

Average $55/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,396	$10,116	$2,335	$58
Average	$114,243	$9,520	$2,197	$55
25th Percentile	$107,161	$8,930	$2,061	$52

Reliability Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Reliability Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Reliability Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $139,082 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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