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

A DevOps Engineer III's salary grows with experience: starting around $133,029 for beginners, reaching about $135,451 at mid-level, and approach $140,942 for experts.

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

DevOps Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DevOps Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $150,297, California $149,727, Massachusetts $147,731. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DevOps Engineer roles make?

Salaries for DevOps Engineer level roles vary by specialization: DevOps Expert Engineer: $167,800; DevOps Engineer V: $167,773; Sr Devops Engineer: $160,563; DevOps Principal Engineer: $151,900; DevOps Engineer IV: $151,828.

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DevOps Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a DevOps Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a DevOps Engineer III in Delaware is $137,469 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $152,287
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,948 to $145,225
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,639

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DevOps Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$145,225	$12,102	$2,793	$70
Average	$137,469	$11,456	$2,644	$66
25th Percentile	$123,948	$10,329	$2,384	$60

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Key Factors That Influence DevOps Engineer III Salaries

A DevOps 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 DevOps Engineer III Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DevOps 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): $133,029
Early Career (1-2 years): $134,038
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $135,451
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,858
Expert (over 8 years): $140,942

Levels	Salary
Entry Level DevOps Engineer III	$133,029
Intermediate Level DevOps Engineer III	$134,038
Senior Level DevOps Engineer III	$135,451
Specialist Level DevOps Engineer III	$138,858
Expert Level DevOps Engineer III	$140,942

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

District of Columbia: $150,297.
California: $149,727.
Massachusetts: $147,731.

District of Columbia $150,297 California $149,727 Massachusetts $147,731 Washington $147,188 New Jersey $147,134 Alaska $146,944 Connecticut $145,071 New York $144,311

Hawaii $141,881 Rhode Island $140,740 Maryland $139,967 Minnesota $138,908 Colorado $138,501 Illinois $138,365 Oregon $137,849 Delaware $137,469

New Hampshire $137,230 Virginia $136,695 Pennsylvania $135,134 Nevada $134,347 North Dakota $134,089 Michigan $133,682 Wisconsin $133,532 Vermont $133,234

Texas $132,406 Maine $132,351 Arizona $132,270 Ohio $132,175 Georgia $130,926 Indiana $130,302 Wyoming $130,179 Utah $129,989

Iowa $129,908 Kansas $129,256 Louisiana $129,066 North Carolina $128,998 Missouri $128,971 Florida $128,442 Montana $128,157 Nebraska $127,885

Kentucky $127,736 South Carolina $127,193 Tennessee $126,854 Idaho $126,718 New Mexico $125,727 Oklahoma $125,510 Alabama $124,709 South Dakota $123,365

Arkansas $122,632 West Virginia $122,238 Mississippi $121,057

Top Paying Cities for DevOps 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: $142,274
Little Creek: $140,958
Magnolia: $141,541

Lincoln, DE $142,274 Little Creek, DE $140,958 Magnolia, DE $141,541 Milford, DE $142,274 Marydel, DE $140,428 Millsboro, DE $142,274 Millville, DE $143,225 Milton, DE $142,274

Nassau, DE $142,274 Ocean View, DE $143,225 Rehoboth Beach, DE $143,225 Seaford, DE $140,781 Selbyville, DE $143,225 Smyrna, DE $140,265 Viola, DE $141,541 Woodside, DE $141,134

Bear, DE $139,234 Newark, DE $139,288 Claymont, DE $139,397 Delaware City, DE $139,288 Hockessin, DE $139,397 Kirkwood, DE $139,288 Middletown, DE $139,980 Montchanin, DE $139,397

New Castle, DE $139,397 Odessa, DE $140,170 Port Penn, DE $138,908 Rockland, DE $139,397 Saint Georges, DE $139,288 Townsend, DE $139,967 Winterthur, DE $139,397 Lewes, DE $142,274

Wilmington, DE $139,397 Dover, DE $140,890 Dover Afb, DE $141,216 Bethany Beach, DE $143,225 Bethel, DE $140,781 Bridgeville, DE $142,274 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,039 Cheswold, DE $140,564

Clayton, DE $140,211 Dagsboro, DE $143,225 Delmar, DE $140,781 Ellendale, DE $142,274 Felton, DE $142,274 Fenwick Island, DE $143,225 Frankford, DE $143,225 Frederica, DE $142,274

Georgetown, DE $142,274 Greenwood, DE $142,274 Harbeson, DE $142,274 Harrington, DE $142,274 Hartly, DE $140,143 Houston, DE $142,274 Kenton, DE $140,211 Laurel, DE $140,781

Yorklyn, DE $139,397

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

Understanding how a DevOps 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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$123,948

Average $137,469/year

$145,225

$10,329

Average $11,456/month

$12,102

$2,384

Average $2,644/week

$2,793

$60

Average $66/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$145,225	$12,102	$2,793	$70
Average	$137,469	$11,456	$2,644	$66
25th Percentile	$123,948	$10,329	$2,384	$60

DevOps Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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