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

A Mining Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Mine Planning Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $73,673, a Mine Planning Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,796, a Mining Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,801, a Mine Planning Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $130,790,

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

Mining Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mining Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $115,680, California $115,240, Massachusetts $113,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mining Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Mining Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Mining Manager: $141,000; Mining Engineer IV: $129,150; Engineer III: $110,740; Mine Planning Engineer III: $104,500; Mine Engineer III: $104,474.

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Mining Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mining Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mining Engineer III in Delaware is $105,810 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,189
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,630 to $113,860
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,451

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Mining Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,860	$9,488	$2,190	$55
Average	$105,810	$8,818	$2,035	$51
25th Percentile	$94,630	$7,886	$1,820	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Mining Engineer III Salaries

A Mining 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 Mining Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mining 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:

Mine Planning Engineer I (0-2 years): $73,673
Mine Planning Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,796
Mining Engineer III (4-7 years): $105,801
Mine Planning Engineer IV (7+ years): $130,790

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Mine Planning Engineer I	0-2 years	$73,673
Mine Planning Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,796
Mining Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,801
Mine Planning Engineer IV	7+ years	$130,790

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

District of Columbia: $115,680.
California: $115,240.
Massachusetts: $113,700.

District of Columbia $115,680 California $115,240 Massachusetts $113,700 Washington $113,290 New Jersey $113,240 Alaska $113,100 Connecticut $111,660 New York $111,070

Hawaii $109,200 Rhode Island $108,320 Maryland $107,730 Minnesota $106,910 Colorado $106,600 Illinois $106,500 Oregon $106,100 Delaware $105,810

New Hampshire $105,620 Virginia $105,210 Pennsylvania $104,010 Nevada $103,400 North Dakota $103,200 Michigan $102,890 Wisconsin $102,780 Vermont $102,550

Texas $101,910 Maine $101,870 Arizona $101,800 Ohio $101,730 Georgia $100,770 Indiana $100,290 Wyoming $100,200 Utah $100,050

Iowa $99,990 Kansas $99,490 Louisiana $99,340 North Carolina $99,290 Missouri $99,270 Florida $98,860 Montana $98,640 Nebraska $98,430

Kentucky $98,320 South Carolina $97,900 Tennessee $97,640 Idaho $97,530 New Mexico $96,770 Oklahoma $96,600 Alabama $95,990 South Dakota $94,950

Arkansas $94,390 West Virginia $94,080 Mississippi $93,170

Top Paying Cities for Mining 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: $105,330
Little Creek: $106,100
Magnolia: $105,950

Lincoln, DE $105,330 Little Creek, DE $106,100 Magnolia, DE $105,950 Milford, DE $105,600 Marydel, DE $105,770 Millsboro, DE $104,890 Millville, DE $105,050 Milton, DE $105,230

Nassau, DE $105,310 Ocean View, DE $105,030 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,230 Seaford, DE $105,290 Selbyville, DE $104,860 Smyrna, DE $106,170 Viola, DE $105,680 Woodside, DE $105,970

Bear, DE $105,720 Newark, DE $105,680 Claymont, DE $105,900 Delaware City, DE $105,790 Hockessin, DE $105,680 Kirkwood, DE $105,770 Middletown, DE $105,810 Montchanin, DE $105,700

New Castle, DE $105,710 Odessa, DE $105,860 Port Penn, DE $105,930 Rockland, DE $105,710 Saint Georges, DE $105,780 Townsend, DE $105,940 Winterthur, DE $105,720 Lewes, DE $105,270

Wilmington, DE $105,680 Dover, DE $106,100 Dover Afb, DE $105,540 Bethany Beach, DE $104,920 Bethel, DE $105,030 Bridgeville, DE $105,280 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,800 Cheswold, DE $106,070

Clayton, DE $106,070 Dagsboro, DE $104,850 Delmar, DE $104,680 Ellendale, DE $105,000 Felton, DE $105,590 Fenwick Island, DE $104,870 Frankford, DE $104,690 Frederica, DE $105,690

Georgetown, DE $104,810 Greenwood, DE $105,290 Harbeson, DE $104,920 Harrington, DE $105,450 Hartly, DE $105,780 Houston, DE $105,300 Kenton, DE $106,070 Laurel, DE $104,750

Yorklyn, DE $105,710

Mining Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Mining Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $123,133. While startup companies pay approximate $104,228.

Mining Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$104,228
Growth Stage	51~500	$110,202
Established	501~5000	$118,945
Enterprise	5000+	$123,133

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

Understanding how a Mining 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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$94,630

Average $105,810/year

$113,860

$7,886

Average $8,818/month

$9,488

$1,820

Average $2,035/week

$2,190

$45

Average $51/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,860	$9,488	$2,190	$55
Average	$105,810	$8,818	$2,035	$51
25th Percentile	$94,630	$7,886	$1,820	$45

Mining Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

Mining Engineer III

Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer IV

Specialist Reservoir Engineer

Mine Planning Engineer IV

Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer V

Expert Reservoir Engineer

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Mining 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.

Mining Engineer III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer IV	$191,600	81%
Specialist Reservoir Engineer	$233,200	120%
Mine Planning Engineer IV	$130,800	24%

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