What are the main factors that influence a Materials Handler 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 Materials Handler III?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Materials Handler III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Materials Handler 's salary?

A Materials Handler 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Handler I (0-1 years)earns $37,523, a Materials Handler II (1-3 years)earns $41,850, a Materials Handler III (3-5 years)earns $47,232, a Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years)earns $77,948,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Handler III?

Materials Handler III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Handler III roles are District of Columbia $51,640, California $51,444, Massachusetts $50,758. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Handler roles make?

Salaries for Materials Handler level roles vary by specialization: Forklift/Jack Materials Handler III: $46,700; Senior Materials Handler: $46,690; Warehouse Material Handler III: $46,653; Forklift Operator/Materials Handler: $42,750; Materials Handler: $41,623.

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Materials Handler III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Handler III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Handler III in Delaware is $47,232 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,473
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,776 to $52,069
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,629

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Materials Handler III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,069	$4,339	$1,001	$25
Average	$47,232	$3,936	$908	$23
25th Percentile	$43,776	$3,648	$842	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Handler III Salaries

A Materials Handler 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 Materials Handler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Handler 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:

Materials Handler I (0-1 years): $37,523
Materials Handler II (1-3 years): $41,850
Materials Handler III (3-5 years): $47,232
Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years): $77,948

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Handler I	0-1 years	$37,523
Materials Handler II	1-3 years	$41,850
Materials Handler III	3-5 years	$47,232
Materials Handling Supervisor	5+ years	$77,948

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

District of Columbia: $51,640.
California: $51,444.
Massachusetts: $50,758.

District of Columbia $51,640 California $51,444 Massachusetts $50,758 Washington $50,572 New Jersey $50,553 Alaska $50,488 Connecticut $49,844 New York $49,583

Hawaii $48,748 Rhode Island $48,356 Maryland $48,091 Minnesota $47,727 Colorado $47,587 Illinois $47,540 Oregon $47,363 Delaware $47,232

New Hampshire $47,150 Virginia $46,966 Pennsylvania $46,430 Nevada $46,160 North Dakota $46,071 Michigan $45,931 Wisconsin $45,880 Vermont $45,777

Texas $45,493 Maine $45,474 Arizona $45,446 Ohio $45,413 Georgia $44,984 Indiana $44,770 Wyoming $44,728 Utah $44,662

Iowa $44,634 Kansas $44,411 Louisiana $44,345 North Carolina $44,322 Missouri $44,313 Florida $44,131 Montana $44,033 Nebraska $43,940

Kentucky $43,888 South Carolina $43,702 Tennessee $43,585 Idaho $43,538 New Mexico $43,198 Oklahoma $43,123 Alabama $42,848 South Dakota $42,386

Arkansas $42,135 West Virginia $41,999 Mississippi $41,594

Top Paying Cities for Materials Handler 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: $47,020
Little Creek: $47,364
Magnolia: $47,296

Lincoln, DE $47,020 Little Creek, DE $47,364 Magnolia, DE $47,296 Milford, DE $47,139 Marydel, DE $47,216 Millsboro, DE $46,822 Millville, DE $46,895 Milton, DE $46,976

Nassau, DE $47,010 Ocean View, DE $46,887 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,977 Seaford, DE $47,003 Selbyville, DE $46,809 Smyrna, DE $47,397 Viola, DE $47,178 Woodside, DE $47,305

Bear, DE $47,196 Newark, DE $47,178 Claymont, DE $47,275 Delaware City, DE $47,225 Hockessin, DE $47,174 Kirkwood, DE $47,216 Middletown, DE $47,235 Montchanin, DE $47,185

New Castle, DE $47,192 Odessa, DE $47,258 Port Penn, DE $47,290 Rockland, DE $47,189 Saint Georges, DE $47,220 Townsend, DE $47,292 Winterthur, DE $47,195 Lewes, DE $46,994

Wilmington, DE $47,176 Dover, DE $47,364 Dover Afb, DE $47,114 Bethany Beach, DE $46,837 Bethel, DE $46,886 Bridgeville, DE $46,996 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,230 Cheswold, DE $47,348

Clayton, DE $47,350 Dagsboro, DE $46,805 Delmar, DE $46,730 Ellendale, DE $46,871 Felton, DE $47,135 Fenwick Island, DE $46,815 Frankford, DE $46,733 Frederica, DE $47,182

Georgetown, DE $46,787 Greenwood, DE $47,004 Harbeson, DE $46,837 Harrington, DE $47,076 Hartly, DE $47,222 Houston, DE $47,008 Kenton, DE $47,352 Laurel, DE $46,759

Yorklyn, DE $47,188

Materials Handler III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Materials Handler III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $52,829. While startup companies pay approximate $44,678.

Materials Handler III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$44,678
Growth Stage	51~500	$47,253
Established	501~5000	$51,016
Enterprise	5000+	$52,829

Materials Handler III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Materials Handler III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Materials Handler positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Materials Handler III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Materials Handler III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$56,679	$27.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$56,679	$27.0	20%
Construction	$54,317	$26.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$51,956	$25.0	10%
Media	$51,956	$25.0	10%

Materials Handler III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Handler 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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$43,776

Average $47,232/year

$52,069

$3,648

Average $3,936/month

$4,339

$842

Average $908/week

$1,001

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,069	$4,339	$1,001	$25
Average	$47,232	$3,936	$908	$23
25th Percentile	$43,776	$3,648	$842	$21

Materials Handler III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Handler III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Handling Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $77,948 - a projected growth of 65% over your current level.

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