What are the main factors that influence an Attorney III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Attorney 's salary?

An Attorney 's salary grows with experience: an Attorney I (0-2 years)earns $101,333, an Attorney II (2-4 years)earns $134,513, an Attorney III (4-7 years)earns $189,959, an Attorney IV (7+ years)earns $216,278, an Attorney V (7-10 years)earns $256,637,

What are the highest paying states for an Attorney III?

Attorney III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Attorney III roles are District of Columbia $207,685, California $206,897, Massachusetts $204,140. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Attorney roles make?

Salaries for Attorney level roles vary by specialization: IP Attorney III: $245,840; Attorney/Tax Specialist III: $212,670; Tax Attorney III: $212,664; Patent Prosecution Attorney III: $172,690; Trademark & Patent Attorney III: $172,623.

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Attorney III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Attorney III make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Attorney III in Delaware is $189,959 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $91.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $229,901
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $175,498 to $210,866
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $162,332

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Attorney III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,866	$17,572	$4,055	$101
Average	$189,959	$15,830	$3,653	$91
25th Percentile	$175,498	$14,625	$3,375	$84

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Key Factors That Influence Attorney III Salaries

An Attorney 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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Attorney I	0-2 years	$101,333
Attorney II	2-4 years	$134,513
Attorney III	4-7 years	$189,959
Attorney IV	7+ years	$216,278
Attorney V	7-10 years	$256,637

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

District of Columbia: $207,685.
California: $206,897.
Massachusetts: $204,140.

District of Columbia $207,685 California $206,897 Massachusetts $204,140 Washington $203,390 New Jersey $203,315 Alaska $203,052 Connecticut $200,464 New York $199,413

Hawaii $196,055 Rhode Island $194,480 Maryland $193,411 Minnesota $191,948 Colorado $191,385 Illinois $191,197 Oregon $190,484 Delaware $189,959

New Hampshire $189,629 Virginia $188,890 Pennsylvania $186,733 Nevada $185,645 North Dakota $185,289 Michigan $184,726 Wisconsin $184,519 Vermont $184,107

Texas $182,963 Maine $182,888 Arizona $182,775 Ohio $182,644 Georgia $180,918 Indiana $180,055 Wyoming $179,886 Utah $179,624

Iowa $179,511 Kansas $178,611 Louisiana $178,348 North Carolina $178,254 Missouri $178,217 Florida $177,485 Montana $177,091 Nebraska $176,716

Kentucky $176,510 South Carolina $175,760 Tennessee $175,291 Idaho $175,103 New Mexico $173,734 Oklahoma $173,434 Alabama $172,327 South Dakota $170,470

Arkansas $169,457 West Virginia $168,913 Mississippi $167,281

Top Paying Cities for Attorney 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: $189,104
Little Creek: $190,488
Magnolia: $190,214

Lincoln, DE $189,104 Little Creek, DE $190,488 Magnolia, DE $190,214 Milford, DE $189,584 Marydel, DE $189,895 Millsboro, DE $188,310 Millville, DE $188,601 Milton, DE $188,928

Nassau, DE $189,064 Ocean View, DE $188,569 Rehoboth Beach, DE $188,931 Seaford, DE $189,038 Selbyville, DE $188,256 Smyrna, DE $190,619 Viola, DE $189,742 Woodside, DE $190,252

Bear, DE $189,813 Newark, DE $189,742 Claymont, DE $190,130 Delaware City, DE $189,931 Hockessin, DE $189,725 Kirkwood, DE $189,895 Middletown, DE $189,969 Montchanin, DE $189,768

New Castle, DE $189,796 Odessa, DE $190,062 Port Penn, DE $190,190 Rockland, DE $189,787 Saint Georges, DE $189,909 Townsend, DE $190,201 Winterthur, DE $189,809 Lewes, DE $189,001

Wilmington, DE $189,734 Dover, DE $190,488 Dover Afb, DE $189,485 Bethany Beach, DE $188,370 Bethel, DE $188,566 Bridgeville, DE $189,010 Camden Wyoming, DE $189,952 Cheswold, DE $190,426

Clayton, DE $190,432 Dagsboro, DE $188,239 Delmar, DE $187,937 Ellendale, DE $188,507 Felton, DE $189,569 Fenwick Island, DE $188,280 Frankford, DE $187,952 Frederica, DE $189,757

Georgetown, DE $188,168 Greenwood, DE $189,040 Harbeson, DE $188,369 Harrington, DE $189,329 Hartly, DE $189,918 Houston, DE $189,059 Kenton, DE $190,441 Laurel, DE $188,055

Yorklyn, DE $189,781

Attorney III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Attorney 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$175,498

Average $189,959/year

$210,866

$14,625

Average $15,830/month

$17,572

$3,375

Average $3,653/week

$4,055

$84

Average $91/hour

$101

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,866	$17,572	$4,055	$101
Average	$189,959	$15,830	$3,653	$91
25th Percentile	$175,498	$14,625	$3,375	$84

Attorney III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Attorney III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Attorney IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $216,278 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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