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

A Data Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Data Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,550, a Data Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $92,700, a Data Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $108,274, a Data Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $125,716, a Data Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,732,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Engineer III?

Data Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $115,626, California $115,187, Massachusetts $113,652. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Data Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Drilling Engineer III: $169,800; DevOps Engineer III: $135,748; Chemical Engineer III: $114,421; Medical Device Engineer III: $112,763; Aerospace Engineer III: $110,753.

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Data Engineer III Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Engineer III make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer III in Rhode Island is $108,274 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,494
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,139 to $116,241
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,643

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Data Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,241	$9,687	$2,235	$56
Average	$108,274	$9,023	$2,082	$52
25th Percentile	$101,139	$8,428	$1,945	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer III Salaries

A Data 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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Engineer I	0-2 years	$80,550
Data Engineer II	2-4 years	$92,700
Data Engineer III	4-7 years	$108,274
Data Engineer IV	7+ years	$125,716
Data Engineer V	7-10 years	$163,732

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

District of Columbia: $115,626.
California: $115,187.
Massachusetts: $113,652.

District of Columbia $115,626 California $115,187 Massachusetts $113,652 Washington $113,235 New Jersey $113,193 Alaska $113,047 Connecticut $111,605 New York $111,021

Hawaii $109,151 Rhode Island $108,274 Maryland $107,679 Minnesota $106,864 Colorado $106,551 Illinois $106,447 Oregon $106,050 Delaware $105,757

New Hampshire $105,573 Virginia $105,162 Pennsylvania $103,961 Nevada $103,355 North Dakota $103,157 Michigan $102,844 Wisconsin $102,729 Vermont $102,499

Texas $101,862 Maine $101,820 Arizona $101,758 Ohio $101,684 Georgia $100,724 Indiana $100,243 Wyoming $100,149 Utah $100,003

Iowa $99,940 Kansas $99,439 Louisiana $99,293 North Carolina $99,241 Missouri $99,220 Florida $98,813 Montana $98,593 Nebraska $98,384

Kentucky $98,270 South Carolina $97,852 Tennessee $97,591 Idaho $97,486 New Mexico $96,724 Oklahoma $96,557 Alabama $95,941 South Dakota $94,907

Arkansas $94,343 West Virginia $94,040 Mississippi $93,132

Top Paying Cities for Data 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:

Adamsville: $109,627
Albion: $108,701
Ashaway: $109,420

Adamsville, RI $109,627 Albion, RI $108,701 Ashaway, RI $109,420 Barrington, RI $108,415 Block Island, RI $109,019 Bradford, RI $109,354 Bristol, RI $108,833 Carolina, RI $109,173

Charlestown, RI $109,213 Chepachet, RI $108,996 Clayville, RI $108,692 Coventry, RI $108,697 West Greenwich, RI $108,997 East Greenwich, RI $108,624 Exeter, RI $108,966 Fiskeville, RI $108,413

Forestdale, RI $109,248 Foster, RI $108,938 Glendale, RI $109,257 Greene, RI $109,081 Greenville, RI $108,455 Harmony, RI $108,595 Harrisville, RI $109,210 Hope, RI $108,481

Hope Valley, RI $109,324 Hopkinton, RI $109,468 Jamestown, RI $109,102 Kenyon, RI $109,160 Little Compton, RI $109,611 Manville, RI $108,844 Mapleville, RI $109,017 Newport, RI $109,212

Middletown, RI $109,260 North Kingstown, RI $108,811 North Scituate, RI $108,596 Oakland, RI $109,135 Pascoag, RI $109,282 Pawtucket, RI $108,253 Central Falls, RI $108,301 Cumberland, RI $108,916

Lincoln, RI $108,410 Portsmouth, RI $109,200 Prudence Island, RI $108,976 Rockville, RI $109,451 Saunderstown, RI $109,036 Shannock, RI $109,166 Slatersville, RI $109,249 Slocum, RI $109,033

Tiverton, RI $109,532 Wakefield, RI $109,129 Kingston, RI $109,088 Narragansett, RI $109,160 Peace Dale, RI $109,116 Warren, RI $108,695 Warwick, RI $108,392 Westerly, RI $109,446

West Kingston, RI $109,122 West Warwick, RI $108,525 Wood River Junction, RI $109,278 Woonsocket, RI $109,255 North Smithfield, RI $109,006 Wyoming, RI $109,166 Providence, RI $108,222 Cranston, RI $108,236

North Providence, RI $108,249 East Providence, RI $108,229 Riverside, RI $108,264 Rumford, RI $108,248 Smithfield, RI $108,467 Johnston, RI $108,286

Data Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$101,139

Average $108,274/year

$116,241

$8,428

Average $9,023/month

$9,687

$1,945

Average $2,082/week

$2,235

$49

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,241	$9,687	$2,235	$56
Average	$108,274	$9,023	$2,082	$52
25th Percentile	$101,139	$8,428	$1,945	$49

Data Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $125,716 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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