What are the main factors that influence a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer 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 Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

How does experience change A Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer 's salary?

A Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Entry Materials Engineer (0-2 years)earns $77,498, an Intermediate Materials Engineer (2-4 years)earns $91,547, a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $103,628, a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,522, an Expert Materials Engineer (7-10 years)earns $154,768,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III?

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $113,300, California $112,900, Massachusetts $111,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer V: $152,830; Materials Evaluation and Analysis Manager: $141,500; Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV: $125,000; Materials Processing Engineer III: $113,679; Failure Analysis Engineer III: $112,600.

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Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III in Delaware is $103,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,467
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,900 to $113,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,978

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Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,000	$9,417	$2,173	$54
Average	$103,700	$8,642	$1,994	$50
25th Percentile	$93,900	$7,825	$1,806	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salaries

A Materials Evaluation and Analysis 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 Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Evaluation and Analysis 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:

Entry Materials Engineer (0-2 years): $77,498
Intermediate Materials Engineer (2-4 years): $91,547
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years): $103,628
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,522
Expert Materials Engineer (7-10 years): $154,768

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Materials Engineer	0-2 years	$77,498
Intermediate Materials Engineer	2-4 years	$91,547
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III	4-7 years	$103,628
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,522
Expert Materials Engineer	7-10 years	$154,768

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How Do Materials Evaluation and Analysis 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 Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $113,300.
California: $112,900.
Massachusetts: $111,400.

District of Columbia $113,300 California $112,900 Massachusetts $111,400 Washington $111,000 New Jersey $111,000 Alaska $110,800 Connecticut $109,400 New York $108,800

Hawaii $107,000 Rhode Island $106,100 Maryland $105,600 Minnesota $104,800 Colorado $104,500 Illinois $104,400 Oregon $104,000 Delaware $103,700

New Hampshire $103,500 Virginia $103,100 Pennsylvania $101,900 Nevada $101,300 North Dakota $101,100 Michigan $100,800 Wisconsin $100,700 Vermont $100,500

Texas $99,900 Arizona $99,800 Maine $99,800 Ohio $99,700 Georgia $98,700 Indiana $98,300 Wyoming $98,200 Utah $98,000

Iowa $98,000 Kansas $97,500 Louisiana $97,300 North Carolina $97,300 Missouri $97,300 Florida $96,900 Montana $96,700 Nebraska $96,500

Kentucky $96,300 South Carolina $95,900 Tennessee $95,700 Idaho $95,600 New Mexico $94,800 Oklahoma $94,700 Alabama $94,100 South Dakota $93,000

Arkansas $92,500 West Virginia $92,200 Mississippi $91,300

Top Paying Cities for Materials Evaluation and Analysis 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: $103,200
Little Creek: $104,000
Magnolia: $103,800

Lincoln, DE $103,200 Little Creek, DE $104,000 Magnolia, DE $103,800 Milford, DE $103,500 Marydel, DE $103,600 Millsboro, DE $102,800 Millville, DE $102,900 Milton, DE $103,100

Nassau, DE $103,200 Ocean View, DE $102,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,100 Seaford, DE $103,200 Selbyville, DE $102,700 Smyrna, DE $104,000 Viola, DE $103,600 Woodside, DE $103,800

Bear, DE $103,600 Newark, DE $103,600 Claymont, DE $103,800 Delaware City, DE $103,700 Hockessin, DE $103,500 Kirkwood, DE $103,600 Middletown, DE $103,700 Montchanin, DE $103,600

New Castle, DE $103,600 Odessa, DE $103,700 Port Penn, DE $103,800 Rockland, DE $103,600 Saint Georges, DE $103,600 Townsend, DE $103,800 Winterthur, DE $103,600 Lewes, DE $103,200

Wilmington, DE $103,600 Dover, DE $104,000 Dover Afb, DE $103,400 Bethany Beach, DE $102,800 Bethel, DE $102,900 Bridgeville, DE $103,200 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,700 Cheswold, DE $103,900

Clayton, DE $103,900 Dagsboro, DE $102,700 Delmar, DE $102,600 Ellendale, DE $102,900 Felton, DE $103,500 Fenwick Island, DE $102,800 Frankford, DE $102,600 Frederica, DE $103,600

Georgetown, DE $102,700 Greenwood, DE $103,200 Harbeson, DE $102,800 Harrington, DE $103,300 Hartly, DE $103,700 Houston, DE $103,200 Kenton, DE $103,900 Laurel, DE $102,600

Yorklyn, DE $103,600

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $116,197. While startup companies pay approximate $98,333.

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$98,333
Growth Stage	51~500	$103,981
Established	501~5000	$112,229
Enterprise	5000+	$116,197

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer positions in Aerospace & Defense or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$165,920	$80.0	60%
Chemicals	$155,550	$75.0	50%
Retail & Wholesale	$150,365	$72.0	45%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$145,180	$70.0	40%
Telecom	$139,995	$67.0	35%

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Evaluation and Analysis 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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$93,900

Average $103,700/year

$113,000

$7,825

Average $8,642/month

$9,417

$1,806

Average $1,994/week

$2,173

$45

Average $50/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,000	$9,417	$2,173	$54
Average	$103,700	$8,642	$1,994	$50
25th Percentile	$93,900	$7,825	$1,806	$45

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV

Alloy and Materials Engineer IV

Expert Materials Engineer

Alloy and Materials Engineer V

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer 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.

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV	$126,600	22%
Alloy and Materials Engineer IV	$122,300	18%

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