What are the main factors that influence an External Auditor 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 External Auditor III?

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

How does experience change An External Auditor 's salary?

An External Auditor 's salary grows with experience: an Audit Consultant I (0-2 years)earns $86,757, an Audit Consultant II (2-4 years)earns $105,805, an External Auditor III (4-7 years)earns $108,799,

What are the highest paying states for an External Auditor III?

External Auditor III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for External Auditor III roles are District of Columbia $118,990, California $118,590, Massachusetts $116,990. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of External Auditor roles make?

Salaries for External Auditor level roles vary by specialization: External Financial Modeling Analyst III: $107,500; Loan Quality Auditor III: $106,695; External Auditor II: $104,490; IT Auditor III: $102,090; EDP Auditor III: $102,054.

External Auditor III Salary in Delaware

How much does an External Auditor III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an External Auditor III in Delaware is $108,790 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,760
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,090 to $120,290
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,080

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External Auditor III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,290	$10,024	$2,313	$58
Average	$108,790	$9,066	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$101,090	$8,424	$1,944	$49

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Key Factors That Influence External Auditor III Salaries

An External Auditor 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 External Auditor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an External Auditor 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): $86,757
Audit Consultant II (2-4 years): $105,805
External Auditor III (4-7 years): $108,799

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Audit Consultant I	0-2 years	$86,757
Audit Consultant II	2-4 years	$105,805
External Auditor III	4-7 years	$108,799

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

District of Columbia: $118,990.
California: $118,590.
Massachusetts: $116,990.

District of Columbia $118,990 California $118,590 Massachusetts $116,990 Washington $116,490 New Jersey $116,490 Alaska $116,290 Connecticut $114,890 New York $114,290

Hawaii $112,290 Rhode Island $111,390 Maryland $110,790 Minnesota $109,990 Colorado $109,690 Illinois $109,590 Oregon $109,190 Delaware $108,790

New Hampshire $108,690 Virginia $108,190 Pennsylvania $106,990 Nevada $106,390 North Dakota $106,190 Michigan $105,890 Wisconsin $105,690 Vermont $105,490

Maine $104,790 Texas $104,790 Arizona $104,690 Ohio $104,690 Georgia $103,690 Indiana $103,190 Wyoming $103,090 Utah $102,890

Iowa $102,890 Kansas $102,290 Louisiana $102,190 Missouri $102,090 North Carolina $102,090 Florida $101,690 Montana $101,490 Nebraska $101,290

Kentucky $101,090 South Carolina $100,690 Tennessee $100,390 Idaho $100,290 New Mexico $99,590 Oklahoma $99,390 Alabama $98,790 South Dakota $97,690

Arkansas $97,090 West Virginia $96,790 Mississippi $95,890

Top Paying Cities for External Auditor 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: $108,390
Little Creek: $109,190
Magnolia: $108,990

Lincoln, DE $108,390 Little Creek, DE $109,190 Magnolia, DE $108,990 Milford, DE $108,590 Marydel, DE $108,790 Millsboro, DE $107,890 Millville, DE $108,090 Milton, DE $108,290

Nassau, DE $108,290 Ocean View, DE $108,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,290 Seaford, DE $108,290 Selbyville, DE $107,890 Smyrna, DE $109,190 Viola, DE $108,690 Woodside, DE $108,990

Bear, DE $108,790 Newark, DE $108,690 Claymont, DE $108,890 Delaware City, DE $108,790 Hockessin, DE $108,690 Kirkwood, DE $108,790 Middletown, DE $108,890 Montchanin, DE $108,690

New Castle, DE $108,790 Odessa, DE $108,890 Port Penn, DE $108,990 Rockland, DE $108,790 Saint Georges, DE $108,790 Townsend, DE $108,990 Winterthur, DE $108,790 Lewes, DE $108,290

Wilmington, DE $108,690 Dover, DE $109,190 Dover Afb, DE $108,590 Bethany Beach, DE $107,890 Bethel, DE $108,090 Bridgeville, DE $108,290 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,790 Cheswold, DE $109,090

Clayton, DE $109,090 Dagsboro, DE $107,890 Delmar, DE $107,690 Ellendale, DE $107,990 Felton, DE $108,590 Fenwick Island, DE $107,890 Frankford, DE $107,690 Frederica, DE $108,690

Georgetown, DE $107,790 Greenwood, DE $108,290 Harbeson, DE $107,890 Harrington, DE $108,490 Hartly, DE $108,790 Houston, DE $108,290 Kenton, DE $109,090 Laurel, DE $107,790

Yorklyn, DE $108,690

External Auditor III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

External Auditor III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $121,681. While startup companies pay approximate $102,906.

External Auditor III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$102,906
Growth Stage	51~500	$108,839
Established	501~5000	$117,506
Enterprise	5000+	$121,681

External Auditor III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For External Auditor 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, External Auditor positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view External Auditor III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an External Auditor III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$141,427	$68.0	30%
Software & Networking	$135,988	$65.0	25%
Insurance	$130,548	$63.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$130,548	$63.0	20%
Biotechnology	$128,372	$62.0	18%

External Auditor III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an External Auditor 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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$101,090

Average $108,790/year

$120,290

$8,424

Average $9,066/month

$10,024

$1,944

Average $2,092/week

$2,313

$49

Average $52/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,290	$10,024	$2,313	$58
Average	$108,790	$9,066	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$101,090	$8,424	$1,944	$49

External Auditor III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an External Auditor 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.

External Auditor 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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