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

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 $36,680, a Materials Handler II (1-3 years)earns $40,893, a Materials Handler III (3-5 years)earns $46,142, a Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years)earns $76,096,

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 $51,620, California $51,424, Massachusetts $50,739. 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: $46,643; Forklift Operator/Materials Handler: $42,760; Materials Handler: $41,618.

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Materials Handler III Salary in Nevada

How much does a Materials Handler III make in Nevada?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Handler III in Nevada is $46,142 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,142
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,772 to $50,853
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,704

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Materials Handler III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,853	$4,238	$978	$24
Average	$46,142	$3,845	$887	$22
25th Percentile	$42,772	$3,564	$823	$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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Handler I	0-1 years	$36,680
Materials Handler II	1-3 years	$40,893
Materials Handler III	3-5 years	$46,142
Materials Handling Supervisor	5+ years	$76,096

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: $51,620.
California: $51,424.
Massachusetts: $50,739.

District of Columbia $51,620 California $51,424 Massachusetts $50,739 Washington $50,552 New Jersey $50,534 Alaska $50,468 Connecticut $49,825 New York $49,564

Hawaii $48,729 Rhode Island $48,338 Maryland $48,072 Minnesota $47,708 Colorado $47,568 Illinois $47,522 Oregon $47,345 Delaware $47,214

New Hampshire $47,132 Virginia $46,948 Pennsylvania $46,412 Nevada $46,142 North Dakota $46,053 Michigan $45,913 Wisconsin $45,862 Vermont $45,759

Texas $45,475 Maine $45,456 Arizona $45,428 Ohio $45,396 Georgia $44,967 Indiana $44,752 Wyoming $44,710 Utah $44,645

Iowa $44,617 Kansas $44,393 Louisiana $44,328 North Carolina $44,305 Missouri $44,296 Florida $44,114 Montana $44,016 Nebraska $43,923

Kentucky $43,871 South Carolina $43,685 Tennessee $43,568 Idaho $43,522 New Mexico $43,181 Oklahoma $43,107 Alabama $42,832 South Dakota $42,370

Arkansas $42,118 West Virginia $41,983 Mississippi $41,577

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:

The Lakes: $45,764
Alamo: $45,065
Henderson: $45,578

The Lakes, NV $45,764 Alamo, NV $45,065 Henderson, NV $45,578 Beatty, NV $45,065 Blue Diamond, NV $45,484 Boulder City, NV $45,111 Bunkerville, NV $45,065 Caliente, NV $45,065

Dyer, NV $46,436 Goldfield, NV $46,436 Hiko, NV $45,065 Indian Springs, NV $45,065 Jean, NV $45,065 Amargosa Valley, NV $45,065 Logandale, NV $45,065 Manhattan, NV $45,960

Mercury, NV $45,065 Mesquite, NV $45,065 Moapa, NV $45,065 Laughlin, NV $45,065 North Las Vegas, NV $45,764 Coyote Springs, NV $45,065 Cal Nev Ari, NV $45,065 Overton, NV $45,065

Pahrump, NV $45,065 Panaca, NV $45,065 Pioche, NV $45,065 Round Mountain, NV $45,960 Searchlight, NV $45,065 Silverpeak, NV $46,436 Tonopah, NV $45,662 Sloan, NV $45,578

Las Vegas, NV $45,764 Nellis Afb, NV $45,624 Ely, NV $43,675 Austin, NV $45,960 Baker, NV $43,918 Duckwater, NV $45,065 Eureka, NV $44,137 Lund, NV $44,300

Mc Gill, NV $43,918 Ruth, NV $43,918 Crystal Bay, NV $47,223 Dayton, NV $46,328 Denio, NV $44,342 Empire, NV $46,016 Fallon, NV $45,960 Fernley, NV $46,007

Gabbs, NV $45,960 Gardnerville, NV $45,909 Genoa, NV $46,422 Gerlach, NV $46,016 Glenbrook, NV $46,468 Golconda, NV $44,137 Hawthorne, NV $45,909 Imlay, NV $46,016

Lovelock, NV $46,016 Luning, NV $45,909 Mc Dermitt, NV $42,673 Mina, NV $45,909 Minden, NV $46,468 Nixon, NV $46,011 Orovada, NV $44,342 Paradise Valley, NV $41,582

Schurz, NV $45,909 Silver City, NV $46,608 Silver Springs, NV $46,002 Smith, NV $45,909 Sparks, NV $46,715 Sun Valley, NV $46,715 Valmy, NV $44,137 Verdi, NV $46,715

Virginia City, NV $46,608 Wadsworth, NV $46,030 Wellington, NV $45,909 Winnemucca, NV $46,016 Yerington, NV $45,909 Zephyr Cove, NV $46,282 Stateline, NV $46,235 Incline Village, NV $46,561

Reno, NV $46,715 Carson City, NV $46,608 Washoe Valley, NV $46,608 Elko, NV $40,491 Spring Creek, NV $40,491 Battle Mountain, NV $45,960 Crescent Valley, NV $40,491 Carlin, NV $40,491

Deeth, NV $40,491 Halleck, NV $40,491 Jackpot, NV $40,491 Jarbidge, NV $40,491 Lamoille, NV $40,491 Montello, NV $40,491 Mountain City, NV $40,491 Owyhee, NV $40,491

Ruby Valley, NV $40,491 Tuscarora, NV $40,491 Wells, NV $40,491 West Wendover, NV $42,902

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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$42,772

Average $46,142/year

$50,853

$3,564

Average $3,845/month

$4,238

$823

Average $887/week

$978

$21

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,853	$4,238	$978	$24
Average	$46,142	$3,845	$887	$22
25th Percentile	$42,772	$3,564	$823	$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 $76,096 - a projected growth of 65% over your current level.

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