What are the main factors that influence a Credit Analyst 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 Credit Analyst III?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Credit Analyst III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Credit Analyst 's salary?

A Credit Analyst 's salary grows with experience: a Credit Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $58,825, a Credit Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $70,251, a Credit Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $86,114, a Credit Analysis Manager (7+ years)earns $119,150, a VP of Credit Analysis (7+ years)earns $209,860,

What are the highest paying states for a Credit Analyst III?

Credit Analyst III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Credit Analyst III roles are District of Columbia $94,150, California $93,793, Massachusetts $92,543. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Credit Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Credit Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Credit Risk Control Analyst III: $105,100; Credit Risk Officer III: $105,018; Commercial Credit Analyst III: $92,488; Consumer Loan Credit Analyst III: $85,500; Credit Analyst III - Lending: $85,470.

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Credit Analyst III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Credit Analyst III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Credit Analyst III in Delaware is $86,114 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,766
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,302 to $94,830
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,190

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Credit Analyst III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,830	$7,903	$1,824	$46
Average	$86,114	$7,176	$1,656	$41
25th Percentile	$78,302	$6,525	$1,506	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Credit Analyst III Salaries

A Credit Analyst 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 Credit Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Credit Analyst 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:

Credit Analyst I (0-2 years): $58,825
Credit Analyst II (2-4 years): $70,251
Credit Analyst III (4-7 years): $86,114
Credit Analysis Manager (7+ years): $119,150
VP of Credit Analysis (7+ years): $209,860

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Credit Analyst I	0-2 years	$58,825
Credit Analyst II	2-4 years	$70,251
Credit Analyst III	4-7 years	$86,114
Credit Analysis Manager	7+ years	$119,150
VP of Credit Analysis	7+ years	$209,860

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

District of Columbia: $94,150.
California: $93,793.
Massachusetts: $92,543.

District of Columbia $94,150 California $93,793 Massachusetts $92,543 Washington $92,202 New Jersey $92,168 Alaska $92,049 Connecticut $90,876 New York $90,400

Hawaii $88,878 Rhode Island $88,163 Maryland $87,679 Minnesota $87,015 Colorado $86,760 Illinois $86,675 Oregon $86,352 Delaware $86,114

New Hampshire $85,964 Virginia $85,629 Pennsylvania $84,651 Nevada $84,158 North Dakota $83,997 Michigan $83,741 Wisconsin $83,648 Vermont $83,461

Texas $82,942 Maine $82,908 Arizona $82,857 Ohio $82,798 Georgia $82,015 Indiana $81,624 Wyoming $81,548 Utah $81,429

Iowa $81,378 Kansas $80,969 Louisiana $80,850 North Carolina $80,808 Missouri $80,791 Florida $80,459 Montana $80,281 Nebraska $80,111

Kentucky $80,017 South Carolina $79,677 Tennessee $79,464 Idaho $79,379 New Mexico $78,758 Oklahoma $78,622 Alabama $78,121 South Dakota $77,279

Arkansas $76,820 West Virginia $76,573 Mississippi $75,833

Top Paying Cities for Credit Analyst 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: $85,726
Little Creek: $86,354
Magnolia: $86,230

Lincoln, DE $85,726 Little Creek, DE $86,354 Magnolia, DE $86,230 Milford, DE $85,944 Marydel, DE $86,085 Millsboro, DE $85,366 Millville, DE $85,498 Milton, DE $85,646

Nassau, DE $85,708 Ocean View, DE $85,484 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,648 Seaford, DE $85,696 Selbyville, DE $85,342 Smyrna, DE $86,413 Viola, DE $86,015 Woodside, DE $86,247

Bear, DE $86,048 Newark, DE $86,015 Claymont, DE $86,191 Delaware City, DE $86,101 Hockessin, DE $86,008 Kirkwood, DE $86,085 Middletown, DE $86,118 Montchanin, DE $86,027

New Castle, DE $86,040 Odessa, DE $86,161 Port Penn, DE $86,219 Rockland, DE $86,036 Saint Georges, DE $86,091 Townsend, DE $86,224 Winterthur, DE $86,046 Lewes, DE $85,679

Wilmington, DE $86,012 Dover, DE $86,354 Dover Afb, DE $85,899 Bethany Beach, DE $85,394 Bethel, DE $85,482 Bridgeville, DE $85,684 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,111 Cheswold, DE $86,326

Clayton, DE $86,328 Dagsboro, DE $85,334 Delmar, DE $85,197 Ellendale, DE $85,456 Felton, DE $85,937 Fenwick Island, DE $85,353 Frankford, DE $85,204 Frederica, DE $86,022

Georgetown, DE $85,302 Greenwood, DE $85,697 Harbeson, DE $85,393 Harrington, DE $85,828 Hartly, DE $86,095 Houston, DE $85,706 Kenton, DE $86,332 Laurel, DE $85,251

Yorklyn, DE $86,033

Credit Analyst III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Credit Analyst III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $96,318. While startup companies pay approximate $81,456.

Credit Analyst III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$81,456
Growth Stage	51~500	$86,152
Established	501~5000	$93,013
Enterprise	5000+	$96,318

Credit Analyst III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Credit Analyst III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 43% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Credit Analyst positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Credit Analyst III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Credit Analyst III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$103,337	$50.0	20%
Internet	$101,614	$49.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$99,031	$48.0	15%
Insurance	$96,448	$46.0	12%
Chemicals	$94,725	$46.0	10%

Credit Analyst III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Credit Analyst 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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$78,302

Average $86,114/year

$94,830

$6,525

Average $7,176/month

$7,903

$1,506

Average $1,656/week

$1,824

$38

Average $41/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,830	$7,903	$1,824	$46
Average	$86,114	$7,176	$1,656	$41
25th Percentile	$78,302	$6,525	$1,506	$38

Credit Analyst III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Credit Analyst III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Credit Analysis Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $119,150 - a projected growth of 38% over your current level.

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