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

A Network Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,875, a Network Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,293, a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,275, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,461, a Network Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,102,

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

Network Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $126,031, California $125,553, Massachusetts $123,880. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Network Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,649; DevOps Engineer III: $135,747; Network Architect III: $119,963; Telecommunications Network Engineer III: $118,290; Telecommunications Engineer III: $118,242.

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Network Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Engineer III in Delaware is $115,275 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,865
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,944 to $123,959
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,360

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Network Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,959	$10,330	$2,384	$60
Average	$115,275	$9,606	$2,217	$55
25th Percentile	$106,944	$8,912	$2,057	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Network Engineer III Salaries

A Network 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 Network Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network 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:

Network Engineer I (0-2 years): $79,875
Network Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,293
Network Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,275
Network Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,461
Network Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,102

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,875
Network Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,293
Network Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,275
Network Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,461
Network Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,102

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

District of Columbia: $126,031.
California: $125,553.
Massachusetts: $123,880.

District of Columbia $126,031 California $125,553 Massachusetts $123,880 Washington $123,425 New Jersey $123,379 Alaska $123,220 Connecticut $121,649 New York $121,012

Hawaii $118,974 Rhode Island $118,018 Maryland $117,369 Minnesota $116,481 Colorado $116,140 Illinois $116,026 Oregon $115,593 Delaware $115,275

New Hampshire $115,074 Virginia $114,626 Pennsylvania $113,317 Nevada $112,657 North Dakota $112,440 Michigan $112,099 Wisconsin $111,974 Vermont $111,723

Texas $111,029 Maine $110,983 Arizona $110,915 Ohio $110,835 Georgia $109,788 Indiana $109,264 Wyoming $109,162 Utah $109,003

Iowa $108,934 Kansas $108,388 Louisiana $108,229 North Carolina $108,172 Missouri $108,149 Florida $107,705 Montana $107,466 Nebraska $107,238

Kentucky $107,113 South Carolina $106,658 Tennessee $106,373 Idaho $106,259 New Mexico $105,428 Oklahoma $105,246 Alabama $104,575 South Dakota $103,448

Arkansas $102,833 West Virginia $102,503 Mississippi $101,513

Top Paying Cities for Network 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: $119,304
Little Creek: $118,200
Magnolia: $118,689

Lincoln, DE $119,304 Little Creek, DE $118,200 Magnolia, DE $118,689 Milford, DE $119,304 Marydel, DE $117,756 Millsboro, DE $119,304 Millville, DE $120,101 Milton, DE $119,304

Nassau, DE $119,304 Ocean View, DE $120,101 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,101 Seaford, DE $118,052 Selbyville, DE $120,101 Smyrna, DE $117,620 Viola, DE $118,689 Woodside, DE $118,348

Bear, DE $116,754 Newark, DE $116,800 Claymont, DE $116,891 Delaware City, DE $116,800 Hockessin, DE $116,891 Kirkwood, DE $116,800 Middletown, DE $117,380 Montchanin, DE $116,891

New Castle, DE $116,891 Odessa, DE $117,540 Port Penn, DE $116,481 Rockland, DE $116,891 Saint Georges, DE $116,800 Townsend, DE $117,369 Winterthur, DE $116,891 Lewes, DE $119,304

Wilmington, DE $116,891 Dover, DE $118,143 Dover Afb, DE $118,416 Bethany Beach, DE $120,101 Bethel, DE $118,052 Bridgeville, DE $119,304 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,268 Cheswold, DE $117,870

Clayton, DE $117,574 Dagsboro, DE $120,101 Delmar, DE $118,052 Ellendale, DE $119,304 Felton, DE $119,304 Fenwick Island, DE $120,101 Frankford, DE $120,101 Frederica, DE $119,304

Georgetown, DE $119,304 Greenwood, DE $119,304 Harbeson, DE $119,304 Harrington, DE $119,304 Hartly, DE $117,517 Houston, DE $119,304 Kenton, DE $117,574 Laurel, DE $118,052

Yorklyn, DE $116,891

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

Understanding how a Network 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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$106,944

Average $115,275/year

$123,959

$8,912

Average $9,606/month

$10,330

$2,057

Average $2,217/week

$2,384

$51

Average $55/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,959	$10,330	$2,384	$60
Average	$115,275	$9,606	$2,217	$55
25th Percentile	$106,944	$8,912	$2,057	$51

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For a Network Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $135,461 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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