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

A Database Engineer III's salary grows with experience: starting around $124,189 for beginners, reaching about $125,629 at mid-level, and approach $133,575 for experts.

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

Database Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $139,243, California $138,714, Massachusetts $136,866. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Database Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Database Engineer VI: $188,792; Database Engineer V: $168,406; Database Engineer, Specialist: $144,400; Database Engineer IV: $144,398; Database Development Engineer III: $125,790.

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Database Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineer III in Delaware is $127,358 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,093
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,705 to $139,258
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,917

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Database Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,258	$11,605	$2,678	$67
Average	$127,358	$10,613	$2,449	$61
25th Percentile	$117,705	$9,809	$2,264	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineer III Salaries

A Database 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.

How Experience Level Affects Database Engineer III Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Engineer 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $124,189
Early Career (1-2 years): $124,477
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,629
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,910
Expert (over 8 years): $133,575

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Database Engineer III	$124,189
Intermediate Level Database Engineer III	$124,477
Senior Level Database Engineer III	$125,629
Specialist Level Database Engineer III	$130,910
Expert Level Database Engineer III	$133,575

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

District of Columbia: $139,243.
California: $138,714.
Massachusetts: $136,866.

District of Columbia $139,243 California $138,714 Massachusetts $136,866 Washington $136,363 New Jersey $136,312 Alaska $136,136 Connecticut $134,401 New York $133,697

Hawaii $131,445 Rhode Island $130,389 Maryland $129,672 Minnesota $128,691 Colorado $128,314 Illinois $128,188 Oregon $127,710 Delaware $127,358

New Hampshire $127,137 Virginia $126,641 Pennsylvania $125,195 Nevada $124,466 North Dakota $124,227 Michigan $123,849 Wisconsin $123,711 Vermont $123,434

Texas $122,667 Maine $122,617 Arizona $122,542 Ohio $122,453 Georgia $121,296 Indiana $120,718 Wyoming $120,605 Utah $120,429

Iowa $120,353 Kansas $119,750 Louisiana $119,574 North Carolina $119,511 Missouri $119,486 Florida $118,995 Montana $118,731 Nebraska $118,479

Kentucky $118,341 South Carolina $117,838 Tennessee $117,524 Idaho $117,398 New Mexico $116,480 Oklahoma $116,279 Alabama $115,537 South Dakota $114,292

Arkansas $113,612 West Virginia $113,248 Mississippi $112,154

Top Paying Cities for Database 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:

Lincoln: $131,810
Little Creek: $130,590
Magnolia: $131,131

Lincoln, DE $131,810 Little Creek, DE $130,590 Magnolia, DE $131,131 Milford, DE $131,810 Marydel, DE $130,100 Millsboro, DE $131,810 Millville, DE $132,690 Milton, DE $131,810

Nassau, DE $131,810 Ocean View, DE $132,690 Rehoboth Beach, DE $132,690 Seaford, DE $130,427 Selbyville, DE $132,690 Smyrna, DE $129,949 Viola, DE $131,131 Woodside, DE $130,754

Bear, DE $128,993 Newark, DE $129,043 Claymont, DE $129,144 Delaware City, DE $129,043 Hockessin, DE $129,144 Kirkwood, DE $129,043 Middletown, DE $129,685 Montchanin, DE $129,144

New Castle, DE $129,144 Odessa, DE $129,861 Port Penn, DE $128,691 Rockland, DE $129,144 Saint Georges, DE $129,043 Townsend, DE $129,672 Winterthur, DE $129,144 Lewes, DE $131,810

Wilmington, DE $129,144 Dover, DE $130,527 Dover Afb, DE $130,829 Bethany Beach, DE $132,690 Bethel, DE $130,427 Bridgeville, DE $131,810 Camden Wyoming, DE $130,666 Cheswold, DE $130,226

Clayton, DE $129,899 Dagsboro, DE $132,690 Delmar, DE $130,427 Ellendale, DE $131,810 Felton, DE $131,810 Fenwick Island, DE $132,690 Frankford, DE $132,690 Frederica, DE $131,810

Georgetown, DE $131,810 Greenwood, DE $131,810 Harbeson, DE $131,810 Harrington, DE $131,810 Hartly, DE $129,836 Houston, DE $131,810 Kenton, DE $129,899 Laurel, DE $130,427

Yorklyn, DE $129,144

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

Understanding how a Database 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.

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$117,705

Average $127,358/year

$139,258

$9,809

Average $10,613/month

$11,605

$2,264

Average $2,449/week

$2,678

$57

Average $61/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,258	$11,605	$2,678	$67
Average	$127,358	$10,613	$2,449	$61
25th Percentile	$117,705	$9,809	$2,264	$57

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