What are the main factors that influence an Audit Consultant III's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Audit Consultant III?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Audit Consultant III roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Audit Consultant 's salary?

An Audit Consultant 's salary grows with experience: an Audit Consultant I (0-2 years)earns $86,771, an Audit Consultant II (2-4 years)earns $105,789, an Audit Consultant III (4-7 years)earns $108,781,

What are the highest paying states for an Audit Consultant III?

Audit Consultant III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Audit Consultant III roles are District of Columbia $119,000, California $118,500, Massachusetts $117,000. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Audit Consultant roles make?

Salaries for Audit Consultant level roles vary by specialization: Audit Associate III: $107,417; Audit Consultant II: $104,500; IT Audit Consultant Senior: $103,495; Audit and Business Controls Specialist III: $89,400; Audit Consultant I: $85,700.

Audit Consultant III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Audit Consultant III make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Audit Consultant III in Delaware is $108,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, an Audit Consultant III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,612
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,400 to $117,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,931

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Audit Consultant III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,600	$9,800	$2,262	$57
Average	$108,800	$9,067	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$98,400	$8,200	$1,892	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Audit Consultant III Salaries

An Audit Consultant 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 Audit Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Audit Consultant 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:

Audit Consultant I (0-2 years): $86,771
Audit Consultant II (2-4 years): $105,789
Audit Consultant III (4-7 years): $108,781

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Audit Consultant I	0-2 years	$86,771
Audit Consultant II	2-4 years	$105,789
Audit Consultant III	4-7 years	$108,781

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

District of Columbia: $119,000.
California: $118,500.
Massachusetts: $117,000.

District of Columbia $119,000 California $118,500 Massachusetts $117,000 Washington $116,500 New Jersey $116,500 Alaska $116,300 Connecticut $114,800 New York $114,200

Hawaii $112,300 Rhode Island $111,400 Maryland $110,800 Minnesota $110,000 Colorado $109,600 Illinois $109,500 Oregon $109,100 Delaware $108,800

New Hampshire $108,600 Virginia $108,200 Pennsylvania $107,000 Nevada $106,400 North Dakota $106,200 Michigan $105,800 Wisconsin $105,700 Vermont $105,500

Maine $104,800 Texas $104,800 Arizona $104,700 Ohio $104,600 Georgia $103,700 Indiana $103,200 Wyoming $103,100 Utah $102,900

Iowa $102,800 Kansas $102,300 Louisiana $102,200 Missouri $102,100 North Carolina $102,100 Florida $101,700 Montana $101,500 Nebraska $101,200

Kentucky $101,100 South Carolina $100,700 Tennessee $100,400 Idaho $100,300 New Mexico $99,500 Oklahoma $99,400 Alabama $98,700 South Dakota $97,700

Arkansas $97,100 West Virginia $96,800 Mississippi $95,800

Top Paying Cities for Audit Consultant 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: $108,300
Little Creek: $109,100
Magnolia: $109,000

Lincoln, DE $108,300 Little Creek, DE $109,100 Magnolia, DE $109,000 Milford, DE $108,600 Marydel, DE $108,800 Millsboro, DE $107,900 Millville, DE $108,100 Milton, DE $108,200

Nassau, DE $108,300 Ocean View, DE $108,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,200 Seaford, DE $108,300 Selbyville, DE $107,900 Smyrna, DE $109,200 Viola, DE $108,700 Woodside, DE $109,000

Bear, DE $108,700 Newark, DE $108,700 Claymont, DE $108,900 Delaware City, DE $108,800 Hockessin, DE $108,700 Kirkwood, DE $108,800 Middletown, DE $108,800 Montchanin, DE $108,700

New Castle, DE $108,700 Odessa, DE $108,900 Port Penn, DE $109,000 Rockland, DE $108,700 Saint Georges, DE $108,800 Townsend, DE $109,000 Winterthur, DE $108,700 Lewes, DE $108,300

Wilmington, DE $108,700 Dover, DE $109,100 Dover Afb, DE $108,600 Bethany Beach, DE $107,900 Bethel, DE $108,000 Bridgeville, DE $108,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,800 Cheswold, DE $109,100

Clayton, DE $109,100 Dagsboro, DE $107,800 Delmar, DE $107,700 Ellendale, DE $108,000 Felton, DE $108,600 Fenwick Island, DE $107,900 Frankford, DE $107,700 Frederica, DE $108,700

Georgetown, DE $107,800 Greenwood, DE $108,300 Harbeson, DE $107,900 Harrington, DE $108,500 Hartly, DE $108,800 Houston, DE $108,300 Kenton, DE $109,100 Laurel, DE $107,700

Yorklyn, DE $108,700

Audit Consultant III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Audit Consultant III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $121,795. While startup companies pay approximate $103,036.

Audit Consultant III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$103,036
Growth Stage	51~500	$108,973
Established	501~5000	$117,615
Enterprise	5000+	$121,795

Audit Consultant III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Audit Consultant III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Audit Consultant positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Audit Consultant III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Audit Consultant III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$141,440	$68.0	30%
Software & Networking	$136,000	$65.0	25%
Insurance	$130,560	$63.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$130,560	$63.0	20%
Biotechnology	$128,384	$62.0	18%

Audit Consultant III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Audit Consultant 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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$98,400

Average $108,800/year

$117,600

$8,200

Average $9,067/month

$9,800

$1,892

Average $2,092/week

$2,262

$47

Average $52/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,600	$9,800	$2,262	$57
Average	$108,800	$9,067	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$98,400	$8,200	$1,892	$47

Audit Consultant III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Audit Consultant III, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Audit Consultant III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Data Analytics Advisor IV	$127,000	17%
External Financial Modeling Analyst IV	$127,000	17%
Professional Services Consultant IV	$111,200	2%
Manager of Supply Chain Advising	$142,300	31%

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