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

A Network Maintenance Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Entry Network Engineer (0-2 years)earns $87,332, an Intermediate Network Engineer (2-4 years)earns $104,190, a Network Maintenance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $126,037, a Network Implementation Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $148,113, a Network Implementation Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,587,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Maintenance Engineer III?

Network Maintenance Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Maintenance Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $126,040, California $125,560, Massachusetts $123,890. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Maintenance Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network Maintenance Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Maintenance Engineer V: $153,190; Network Maintenance Engineer IV: $133,793; Telecommunications Network Engineer III: $118,290; Network Implementation Engineer III: $113,900; Network Engineer III: $113,834.

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Network Maintenance Engineer III Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Network Maintenance Engineer III make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Maintenance Engineer III in District of Columbia is $126,040 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,170
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,950 to $135,530
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,674

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Network Maintenance Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,530	$11,294	$2,606	$65
Average	$126,040	$10,503	$2,424	$61
25th Percentile	$116,950	$9,746	$2,249	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Network Maintenance Engineer III Salaries

A Network Maintenance 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 Network Maintenance Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Maintenance 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 Network Engineer (0-2 years): $87,332
Intermediate Network Engineer (2-4 years): $104,190
Network Maintenance Engineer III (4-7 years): $126,037
Network Implementation Engineer IV (7+ years): $148,113
Network Implementation Engineer V (7-10 years): $169,587

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Network Engineer	0-2 years	$87,332
Intermediate Network Engineer	2-4 years	$104,190
Network Maintenance Engineer III	4-7 years	$126,037
Network Implementation Engineer IV	7+ years	$148,113
Network Implementation Engineer V	7-10 years	$169,587

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

District of Columbia: $126,040.
California: $125,560.
Massachusetts: $123,890.

District of Columbia $126,040 California $125,560 Massachusetts $123,890 Washington $123,440 New Jersey $123,390 Alaska $123,230 Connecticut $121,660 New York $121,020

Hawaii $118,980 Rhode Island $118,030 Maryland $117,380 Minnesota $116,490 Colorado $116,150 Illinois $116,040 Oregon $115,600 Delaware $115,280

New Hampshire $115,080 Virginia $114,640 Pennsylvania $113,330 Nevada $112,670 North Dakota $112,450 Michigan $112,110 Wisconsin $111,980 Vermont $111,730

Texas $111,040 Maine $110,990 Arizona $110,920 Ohio $110,850 Georgia $109,800 Indiana $109,270 Wyoming $109,170 Utah $109,010

Iowa $108,940 Kansas $108,400 Louisiana $108,240 North Carolina $108,180 Missouri $108,160 Florida $107,710 Montana $107,480 Nebraska $107,250

Kentucky $107,120 South Carolina $106,670 Tennessee $106,380 Idaho $106,270 New Mexico $105,440 Oklahoma $105,260 Alabama $104,580 South Dakota $103,460

Arkansas $102,840 West Virginia $102,510 Mississippi $101,520

Top Paying Cities for Network Maintenance 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:

Parcel Return Service: $125,360
Washington: $125,360
Naval Anacost Annex: $125,350

Parcel Return Service, DC $125,360 Washington, DC $125,360 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $125,350 Washington Navy Yard, DC $125,360

Network Maintenance Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Maintenance 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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$116,950

Average $126,040/year

$135,530

$9,746

Average $10,503/month

$11,294

$2,249

Average $2,424/week

$2,606

$56

Average $61/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,530	$11,294	$2,606	$65
Average	$126,040	$10,503	$2,424	$61
25th Percentile	$116,950	$9,746	$2,249	$56

Network Maintenance Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Maintenance Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Implementation Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $148,200 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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