What are the main factors that influence a Janitor 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 Janitor III?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Janitor III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Janitor 's salary?

A Janitor 's salary grows with experience: a Janitor I (0-1 years)earns $37,781, a Janitor II (1-3 years)earns $42,261, a Janitor III (3-5 years)earns $46,809, a Janitorial Supervisor (5+ years)earns $50,385, a Janitorial Manager (5+ years)earns $79,070,

What are the highest paying states for a Janitor III?

Janitor III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Janitor III roles are District of Columbia $51,177, California $50,983, Massachusetts $50,303. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Janitor roles make?

Salaries for Janitor level roles vary by specialization: Janitor Lead: $49,480; Head Janitor: $47,847; Custodial Janitor: $41,284; Night Janitor: $40,947; CA Janitor: $38,401.

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Janitor III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Janitor III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Janitor III in Delaware is $46,809 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,223
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,943 to $51,737
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,422

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Janitor III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,737	$4,311	$995	$25
Average	$46,809	$3,901	$900	$23
25th Percentile	$42,943	$3,579	$826	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Janitor III Salaries

A Janitor 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 Janitor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Janitor 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:

Janitor I (0-1 years): $37,781
Janitor II (1-3 years): $42,261
Janitor III (3-5 years): $46,809
Janitorial Supervisor (5+ years): $50,385
Janitorial Manager (5+ years): $79,070

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Janitor I	0-1 years	$37,781
Janitor II	1-3 years	$42,261
Janitor III	3-5 years	$46,809
Janitorial Supervisor	5+ years	$50,385
Janitorial Manager	5+ years	$79,070

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

District of Columbia: $51,177.
California: $50,983.
Massachusetts: $50,303.

District of Columbia $51,177 California $50,983 Massachusetts $50,303 Washington $50,119 New Jersey $50,100 Alaska $50,035 Connecticut $49,397 New York $49,139

Hawaii $48,311 Rhode Island $47,923 Maryland $47,660 Minnesota $47,299 Colorado $47,160 Illinois $47,114 Oregon $46,938 Delaware $46,809

New Hampshire $46,728 Virginia $46,546 Pennsylvania $46,014 Nevada $45,746 North Dakota $45,658 Michigan $45,519 Wisconsin $45,469 Vermont $45,367

Texas $45,085 Maine $45,066 Arizona $45,039 Ohio $45,006 Georgia $44,581 Indiana $44,368 Wyoming $44,327 Utah $44,262

Iowa $44,234 Kansas $44,013 Louisiana $43,948 North Carolina $43,925 Missouri $43,916 Florida $43,735 Montana $43,638 Nebraska $43,546

Kentucky $43,495 South Carolina $43,310 Tennessee $43,194 Idaho $43,148 New Mexico $42,811 Oklahoma $42,737 Alabama $42,464 South Dakota $42,007

Arkansas $41,757 West Virginia $41,623 Mississippi $41,221

Top Paying Cities for Janitor 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: $46,598
Little Creek: $46,939
Magnolia: $46,872

Lincoln, DE $46,598 Little Creek, DE $46,939 Magnolia, DE $46,872 Milford, DE $46,717 Marydel, DE $46,793 Millsboro, DE $46,403 Millville, DE $46,474 Milton, DE $46,555

Nassau, DE $46,589 Ocean View, DE $46,467 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,556 Seaford, DE $46,582 Selbyville, DE $46,389 Smyrna, DE $46,972 Viola, DE $46,755 Woodside, DE $46,881

Bear, DE $46,773 Newark, DE $46,755 Claymont, DE $46,851 Delaware City, DE $46,802 Hockessin, DE $46,751 Kirkwood, DE $46,793 Middletown, DE $46,811 Montchanin, DE $46,762

New Castle, DE $46,769 Odessa, DE $46,834 Port Penn, DE $46,866 Rockland, DE $46,766 Saint Georges, DE $46,797 Townsend, DE $46,869 Winterthur, DE $46,772 Lewes, DE $46,573

Wilmington, DE $46,754 Dover, DE $46,939 Dover Afb, DE $46,692 Bethany Beach, DE $46,418 Bethel, DE $46,466 Bridgeville, DE $46,575 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,807 Cheswold, DE $46,924

Clayton, DE $46,925 Dagsboro, DE $46,385 Delmar, DE $46,311 Ellendale, DE $46,451 Felton, DE $46,713 Fenwick Island, DE $46,395 Frankford, DE $46,314 Frederica, DE $46,759

Georgetown, DE $46,368 Greenwood, DE $46,583 Harbeson, DE $46,417 Harrington, DE $46,654 Hartly, DE $46,799 Houston, DE $46,587 Kenton, DE $46,928 Laurel, DE $46,340

Yorklyn, DE $46,765

Janitor III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Janitor III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $52,355. While startup companies pay approximate $44,277.

Janitor III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$44,277
Growth Stage	51~500	$46,830
Established	501~5000	$50,559
Enterprise	5000+	$52,355

Janitor III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Janitor III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Janitor positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Janitor III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Janitor III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$56,171	$27.0	20%

Janitor III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Janitor 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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$42,943

Average $46,809/year

$51,737

$3,579

Average $3,901/month

$4,311

$826

Average $900/week

$995

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,737	$4,311	$995	$25
Average	$46,809	$3,901	$900	$23
25th Percentile	$42,943	$3,579	$826	$21

Janitor III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Janitor III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Janitorial Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $50,385 - a projected growth of 8% over your current level.

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