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

A Mine Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Mine Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $73,691, a Mine Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,801, a Mine Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,817, a Mine Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $130,818,

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

Mine Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mine Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $115,691, California $115,252, Massachusetts $113,716. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mine Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Mine Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Mine Planning Engineer IV: $129,200; Mine Engineer IV: $129,177; Mine Planning Engineer III: $104,500; Mine Ventilation Engineer: $95,320; Mine Engineer II: $94,600.

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Mine Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mine Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mine Engineer III in Delaware is $105,817 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,159
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,641 to $113,848
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,466

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Mine Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,848	$9,487	$2,189	$55
Average	$105,817	$8,818	$2,035	$51
25th Percentile	$94,641	$7,887	$1,820	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Mine Engineer III Salaries

A Mine 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 Mine Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mine 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:

Mine Engineer I (0-2 years): $73,691
Mine Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,801
Mine Engineer III (4-7 years): $105,817
Mine Engineer IV (7+ years): $130,818

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Mine Engineer I	0-2 years	$73,691
Mine Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,801
Mine Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,817
Mine Engineer IV	7+ years	$130,818

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

District of Columbia: $115,691.
California: $115,252.
Massachusetts: $113,716.

District of Columbia $115,691 California $115,252 Massachusetts $113,716 Washington $113,299 New Jersey $113,257 Alaska $113,110 Connecticut $111,668 New York $111,083

Hawaii $109,213 Rhode Island $108,335 Maryland $107,740 Minnesota $106,925 Colorado $106,611 Illinois $106,507 Oregon $106,110 Delaware $105,817

New Hampshire $105,633 Virginia $105,221 Pennsylvania $104,020 Nevada $103,414 North Dakota $103,215 Michigan $102,902 Wisconsin $102,787 Vermont $102,557

Texas $101,920 Maine $101,878 Arizona $101,815 Ohio $101,742 Georgia $100,781 Indiana $100,300 Wyoming $100,206 Utah $100,060

Iowa $99,997 Kansas $99,495 Louisiana $99,349 North Carolina $99,297 Missouri $99,276 Florida $98,868 Montana $98,649 Nebraska $98,440

Kentucky $98,325 South Carolina $97,907 Tennessee $97,646 Idaho $97,541 New Mexico $96,779 Oklahoma $96,611 Alabama $95,995 South Dakota $94,961

Arkansas $94,396 West Virginia $94,093 Mississippi $93,184

Top Paying Cities for Mine 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: $105,341
Little Creek: $106,112
Magnolia: $105,959

Lincoln, DE $105,341 Little Creek, DE $106,112 Magnolia, DE $105,959 Milford, DE $105,608 Marydel, DE $105,781 Millsboro, DE $104,899 Millville, DE $105,061 Milton, DE $105,242

Nassau, DE $105,319 Ocean View, DE $105,043 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,244 Seaford, DE $105,304 Selbyville, DE $104,868 Smyrna, DE $106,185 Viola, DE $105,696 Woodside, DE $105,980

Bear, DE $105,736 Newark, DE $105,696 Claymont, DE $105,912 Delaware City, DE $105,801 Hockessin, DE $105,686 Kirkwood, DE $105,781 Middletown, DE $105,822 Montchanin, DE $105,710

New Castle, DE $105,726 Odessa, DE $105,874 Port Penn, DE $105,946 Rockland, DE $105,721 Saint Georges, DE $105,789 Townsend, DE $105,952 Winterthur, DE $105,733 Lewes, DE $105,283

Wilmington, DE $105,692 Dover, DE $106,112 Dover Afb, DE $105,553 Bethany Beach, DE $104,932 Bethel, DE $105,041 Bridgeville, DE $105,288 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,813 Cheswold, DE $106,077

Clayton, DE $106,080 Dagsboro, DE $104,859 Delmar, DE $104,691 Ellendale, DE $105,008 Felton, DE $105,600 Fenwick Island, DE $104,882 Frankford, DE $104,699 Frederica, DE $105,704

Georgetown, DE $104,819 Greenwood, DE $105,305 Harbeson, DE $104,931 Harrington, DE $105,466 Hartly, DE $105,794 Houston, DE $105,315 Kenton, DE $106,086 Laurel, DE $104,756

Yorklyn, DE $105,718

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

Understanding how a Mine 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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$94,641

Average $105,817/year

$113,848

$7,887

Average $8,818/month

$9,487

$1,820

Average $2,035/week

$2,189

$46

Average $51/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,848	$9,487	$2,189	$55
Average	$105,817	$8,818	$2,035	$51
25th Percentile	$94,641	$7,887	$1,820	$46

Mine Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Mine Engineer III, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Mine Engineer III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Drilling Engineer IV	$191,518	81%
Reservoir Engineer IV	$233,106	120%
Mine Engineer IV	$130,818	24%

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