What are the main factors that influence an Audit Associate 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 Audit Associate 's salary?

An Audit Associate 's salary grows with experience: an Audit Associate I (0-2 years)earns $86,710, an Audit Associate II (2-4 years)earns $105,736, an Audit Associate III (4-7 years)earns $108,804,

What are the highest paying states for an Audit Associate III?

Audit Associate III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Audit Associate III roles are District of Columbia $118,958, California $118,506, Massachusetts $116,927. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Audit Associate roles make?

Salaries for Audit Associate level roles vary by specialization: Audit Consultant III: $107,500; Sales Audit Associate: $98,728; Senior Audit Associate: $87,511; Assurance Audit Associate: $77,272; Audit Associate: $77,051.

Audit Associate III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Audit Associate III make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Audit Associate III in Delaware is $108,804 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,710
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,438 to $118,701
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,641

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Audit Associate III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,701	$9,892	$2,283	$57
Average	$108,804	$9,067	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$102,438	$8,536	$1,970	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Audit Associate III Salaries

An Audit Associate 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 Audit Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Audit Associate 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:

Audit Associate I (0-2 years): $86,710
Audit Associate II (2-4 years): $105,736
Audit Associate III (4-7 years): $108,804

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Audit Associate I	0-2 years	$86,710
Audit Associate II	2-4 years	$105,736
Audit Associate III	4-7 years	$108,804

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

District of Columbia: $118,958.
California: $118,506.
Massachusetts: $116,927.

District of Columbia $118,958 California $118,506 Massachusetts $116,927 Washington $116,497 New Jersey $116,454 Alaska $116,304 Connecticut $114,821 New York $114,219

Hawaii $112,296 Rhode Island $111,394 Maryland $110,781 Minnesota $109,943 Colorado $109,621 Illinois $109,514 Oregon $109,105 Delaware $108,804

New Hampshire $108,615 Virginia $108,192 Pennsylvania $106,957 Nevada $106,333 North Dakota $106,129 Michigan $105,807 Wisconsin $105,689 Vermont $105,452

Texas $104,797 Maine $104,754 Arizona $104,690 Ohio $104,614 Georgia $103,626 Indiana $103,132 Wyoming $103,035 Utah $102,885

Iowa $102,820 Kansas $102,304 Louisiana $102,154 North Carolina $102,100 Missouri $102,079 Florida $101,660 Montana $101,434 Nebraska $101,219

Kentucky $101,101 South Carolina $100,671 Tennessee $100,403 Idaho $100,295 New Mexico $99,511 Oklahoma $99,339 Alabama $98,705 South Dakota $97,641

Arkansas $97,061 West Virginia $96,750 Mississippi $95,815

Top Paying Cities for Audit Associate 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: $112,608
Little Creek: $111,566
Magnolia: $112,028

Lincoln, DE $112,608 Little Creek, DE $111,566 Magnolia, DE $112,028 Milford, DE $112,608 Marydel, DE $111,147 Millsboro, DE $112,608 Millville, DE $113,360 Milton, DE $112,608

Nassau, DE $112,608 Ocean View, DE $113,360 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,360 Seaford, DE $111,426 Selbyville, DE $113,360 Smyrna, DE $111,018 Viola, DE $112,028 Woodside, DE $111,705

Bear, DE $110,201 Newark, DE $110,244 Claymont, DE $110,330 Delaware City, DE $110,244 Hockessin, DE $110,330 Kirkwood, DE $110,244 Middletown, DE $110,792 Montchanin, DE $110,330

New Castle, DE $110,330 Odessa, DE $110,943 Port Penn, DE $109,943 Rockland, DE $110,330 Saint Georges, DE $110,244 Townsend, DE $110,781 Winterthur, DE $110,330 Lewes, DE $112,608

Wilmington, DE $110,330 Dover, DE $111,512 Dover Afb, DE $111,770 Bethany Beach, DE $113,360 Bethel, DE $111,426 Bridgeville, DE $112,608 Camden Wyoming, DE $111,630 Cheswold, DE $111,254

Clayton, DE $110,975 Dagsboro, DE $113,360 Delmar, DE $111,426 Ellendale, DE $112,608 Felton, DE $112,608 Fenwick Island, DE $113,360 Frankford, DE $113,360 Frederica, DE $112,608

Georgetown, DE $112,608 Greenwood, DE $112,608 Harbeson, DE $112,608 Harrington, DE $112,608 Hartly, DE $110,921 Houston, DE $112,608 Kenton, DE $110,975 Laurel, DE $111,426

Yorklyn, DE $110,330

Audit Associate III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Audit Associate 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 April 01, 2026

$102,438

Average $108,804/year

$118,701

$8,536

Average $9,067/month

$9,892

$1,970

Average $2,092/week

$2,283

$49

Average $52/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,701	$9,892	$2,283	$57
Average	$108,804	$9,067	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$102,438	$8,536	$1,970	$49

Audit Associate III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Audit Associate 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.

Audit Associate III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Data Analytics Consultant IV	$127,020	17%
Financial Modeling Consultant IV	$127,020	17%
Professional Services Specialist IV	$111,220	2%
Supply Chain Consulting Manager	$150,532	38%

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