What are the main factors that influence a Purchasing Generalist 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 Purchasing Generalist III?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Purchasing Generalist III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Purchasing Generalist 's salary?

A Purchasing Generalist 's salary grows with experience: an Associate Buyer (0-2 years)earns $58,611, an Intermediate Buyer (2-4 years)earns $71,212, a Purchasing Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $87,539, a Purchasing Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $109,810,

What are the highest paying states for a Purchasing Generalist III?

Purchasing Generalist III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Purchasing Generalist III roles are District of Columbia $101,100, California $100,700, Massachusetts $99,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Purchasing Generalist roles make?

Salaries for Purchasing Generalist level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Generalist IV: $114,600; Information Systems (IS) Generalist III: $106,300; Information Technology Generalist III: $106,229; HR Generalist III: $89,800; Commodities Purchasing Specialist III: $89,300.

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Purchasing Generalist III Salary in Wyoming

How much does a Purchasing Generalist III make in Wyoming?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Purchasing Generalist III in Wyoming is $87,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,457
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,100 to $95,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,272

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Purchasing Generalist III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,900	$7,992	$1,844	$46
Average	$87,600	$7,300	$1,685	$42
25th Percentile	$80,100	$6,675	$1,540	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Purchasing Generalist III Salaries

A Purchasing Generalist 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 Purchasing Generalist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Purchasing Generalist 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:

Associate Buyer (0-2 years): $58,611
Intermediate Buyer (2-4 years): $71,212
Purchasing Generalist III (4-7 years): $87,539
Purchasing Generalist IV (7+ years): $109,810

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Associate Buyer	0-2 years	$58,611
Intermediate Buyer	2-4 years	$71,212
Purchasing Generalist III	4-7 years	$87,539
Purchasing Generalist IV	7+ years	$109,810

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

District of Columbia: $101,100.
California: $100,700.
Massachusetts: $99,400.

District of Columbia $101,100 California $100,700 Massachusetts $99,400 Washington $99,000 New Jersey $99,000 Alaska $98,900 Connecticut $97,600 New York $97,100

Hawaii $95,500 Rhode Island $94,700 Maryland $94,200 Minnesota $93,500 Colorado $93,200 Illinois $93,100 Oregon $92,700 Delaware $92,500

New Hampshire $92,300 Virginia $92,000 Pennsylvania $90,900 Nevada $90,400 North Dakota $90,200 Michigan $89,900 Wisconsin $89,800 Vermont $89,600

Texas $89,100 Arizona $89,000 Maine $89,000 Ohio $88,900 Georgia $88,100 Indiana $87,700 Wyoming $87,600 Utah $87,500

Iowa $87,400 Kansas $87,000 Louisiana $86,800 North Carolina $86,800 Missouri $86,800 Florida $86,400 Montana $86,200 Nebraska $86,000

Kentucky $85,900 South Carolina $85,600 Tennessee $85,400 Idaho $85,300 New Mexico $84,600 Oklahoma $84,400 Alabama $83,900 South Dakota $83,000

Arkansas $82,500 West Virginia $82,200 Mississippi $81,500

Top Paying Cities for Purchasing Generalist 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:

Medicine Bow: $89,000
Saratoga: $89,300
Savery: $89,300

Medicine Bow, WY $89,000 Saratoga, WY $89,300 Savery, WY $89,300 Sinclair, WY $89,200 Walcott, WY $89,000 Wamsutter, WY $89,100 Worland, WY $89,400 Basin, WY $89,300

Burlington, WY $89,300 Byron, WY $89,400 Cody, WY $89,100 Cowley, WY $89,200 Deaver, WY $89,100 Emblem, WY $89,300 Frannie, WY $89,200 Greybull, WY $89,300

Hyattville, WY $89,100 Kirby, WY $89,400 Lovell, WY $89,200 Manderson, WY $89,200 Meeteetse, WY $89,200 Otto, WY $89,200 Powell, WY $89,200 Ralston, WY $89,500

Shell, WY $89,000 Ten Sleep, WY $89,100 Thermopolis, WY $89,300 Wapiti, WY $89,100 Riverton, WY $89,500 Arapahoe, WY $89,500 Crowheart, WY $89,100 Dubois, WY $89,200

Fort Washakie, WY $89,400 Hudson, WY $89,500 Kinnear, WY $89,200 Lander, WY $89,400 Pavillion, WY $89,300 Saint Stephens, WY $89,400 Casper, WY $87,200 Shirley Basin, WY $88,200

Alcova, WY $88,600 Arminto, WY $88,900 Douglas, WY $89,000 Edgerton, WY $88,800 Evansville, WY $87,200 Glenrock, WY $87,500 Hiland, WY $88,900 Kaycee, WY $89,000

Linch, WY $89,000 Lysite, WY $89,000 Midwest, WY $88,800 Mills, WY $87,200 Natrona, WY $87,600 Powder River, WY $88,100 Shoshoni, WY $89,200 Newcastle, WY $88,800

Aladdin, WY $88,700 Alva, WY $88,800 Beulah, WY $88,800 Devils Tower, WY $89,000 Four Corners, WY $88,000 Gillette, WY $89,200 Hulett, WY $88,900 Moorcroft, WY $89,100

Osage, WY $88,800 Recluse, WY $88,900 Rozet, WY $89,200 Sundance, WY $88,900 Upton, WY $89,000 Weston, WY $88,900 Wright, WY $89,300 Sheridan, WY $89,300

Arvada, WY $88,900 Banner, WY $89,200 Big Horn, WY $89,200 Buffalo, WY $89,200 Clearmont, WY $89,000 Dayton, WY $89,100 Leiter, WY $89,000 Parkman, WY $89,000

Ranchester, WY $89,200 Saddlestring, WY $89,200 Story, WY $89,500 Wolf, WY $89,100 Wyarno, WY $89,000 Rock Springs, WY $89,400 Bondurant, WY $89,200 Boulder, WY $89,200

Cora, WY $89,100 Evanston, WY $89,200 Farson, WY $89,300 Fort Bridger, WY $89,300 Granger, WY $89,400 Green River, WY $89,600 Lonetree, WY $89,000 Lyman, WY $89,500

Mc Kinnon, WY $89,000 Mountain View, WY $89,400 Pinedale, WY $89,400 Point Of Rocks, WY $89,300 Reliance, WY $89,300 Robertson, WY $89,100 Superior, WY $89,200 Jackson, WY $88,900

Kelly, WY $88,900 Moose, WY $88,900 Moran, WY $88,600 Wilson, WY $88,800 Teton Village, WY $88,900 Kemmerer, WY $89,000 Afton, WY $89,200 Auburn, WY $89,000

Bedford, WY $88,800 Big Piney, WY $89,200 Cokeville, WY $88,700 Daniel, WY $89,100 Diamondville, WY $89,500 Etna, WY $88,400 Fairview, WY $89,100 Freedom, WY $88,200

Frontier, WY $89,200 Grover, WY $89,000 La Barge, WY $89,300 Opal, WY $89,200 Smoot, WY $89,200 Thayne, WY $88,600 Alpine, WY $88,400 Alta, WY $87,800

Yoder, WY $89,000 Rawlins, WY $89,300 Jeffrey City, WY $89,100 Baggs, WY $89,500 Bairoil, WY $89,300 Dixon, WY $89,600 Elk Mountain, WY $88,900 Encampment, WY $89,300

Hanna, WY $89,100 Little America, WY $89,400 Cheyenne, WY $87,700 Fe Warren Afb, WY $87,700 Albin, WY $88,800 Bosler, WY $85,700 Buford, WY $87,900 Burns, WY $88,500

Carpenter, WY $88,600 Centennial, WY $87,400 Garrett, WY $88,900 Granite Canon, WY $88,400 Hillsdale, WY $88,200 Horse Creek, WY $87,200 Jelm, WY $89,400 Laramie, WY $85,700

Meriden, WY $88,600 Pine Bluffs, WY $89,000 Rock River, WY $86,800 Tie Siding, WY $88,000 Yellowstone National Park, WY $88,500 Wheatland, WY $89,000 Chugwater, WY $88,700 Fort Laramie, WY $89,000

Glendo, WY $89,100 Guernsey, WY $89,300 Hartville, WY $89,100 Hawk Springs, WY $88,800 Huntley, WY $89,000 Jay Em, WY $88,900 Lagrange, WY $88,900 Lance Creek, WY $88,800

Lingle, WY $89,100 Lost Springs, WY $88,900 Lusk, WY $88,900 Manville, WY $89,000 Shawnee, WY $88,900 Torrington, WY $89,100 Van Tassell, WY $88,800 Veteran, WY $89,000

Purchasing Generalist III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Purchasing Generalist III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $98,063. While startup companies pay approximate $82,959.

Purchasing Generalist III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$82,959
Growth Stage	51~500	$87,739
Established	501~5000	$94,697
Enterprise	5000+	$98,063

Purchasing Generalist III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Purchasing Generalist III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Purchasing Generalist positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Purchasing Generalist III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Purchasing Generalist III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$105,120	$51.0	20%

Purchasing Generalist III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Purchasing Generalist 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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$80,100

Average $87,600/year

$95,900

$6,675

Average $7,300/month

$7,992

$1,540

Average $1,685/week

$1,844

$39

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,900	$7,992	$1,844	$46
Average	$87,600	$7,300	$1,685	$42
25th Percentile	$80,100	$6,675	$1,540	$39

Purchasing Generalist III Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Purchasing Generalist III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Purchasing Generalist IV	$109,900	25%
Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV	$113,200	29%

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