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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Recruiter III roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Recruiter 's salary?

A Recruiter 's salary grows with experience: a Recruiter I (0-2 years)earns $60,442, a Recruiter II (2-4 years)earns $75,762, a Recruiter III (4-7 years)earns $91,145, a Recruiter IV (7+ years)earns $116,116, a Recruiting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $78,155,

What are the highest paying states for a Recruiter III?

Recruiter III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Recruiter III roles are District of Columbia $99,650, California $99,272, Massachusetts $97,949. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Recruiter roles make?

Salaries for Recruiter level roles vary by specialization: Legal Recruiter: $112,733; Executive Recruiter: $109,979; Technical Recruiter III: $91,864; Nurse Recruiter: $87,069; Military Recruiter: $79,447.

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Recruiter III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Recruiter III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Recruiter III in Delaware is $91,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,314
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,152 to $101,179
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,053

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Recruiter III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,179	$8,432	$1,946	$49
Average	$91,145	$7,595	$1,753	$44
25th Percentile	$81,152	$6,763	$1,561	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Recruiter III Salaries

A Recruiter 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 Recruiter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Recruiter 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:

Recruiter I (0-2 years): $60,442
Recruiter II (2-4 years): $75,762
Recruiter III (4-7 years): $91,145
Recruiter IV (7+ years): $116,116
Recruiting Supervisor (7+ years): $78,155

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Recruiter I	0-2 years	$60,442
Recruiter II	2-4 years	$75,762
Recruiter III	4-7 years	$91,145
Recruiter IV	7+ years	$116,116
Recruiting Supervisor	7+ years	$78,155

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

District of Columbia: $99,650.
California: $99,272.
Massachusetts: $97,949.

District of Columbia $99,650 California $99,272 Massachusetts $97,949 Washington $97,589 New Jersey $97,553 Alaska $97,427 Connecticut $96,185 New York $95,681

Hawaii $94,070 Rhode Island $93,314 Maryland $92,801 Minnesota $92,099 Colorado $91,829 Illinois $91,739 Oregon $91,397 Delaware $91,145

New Hampshire $90,987 Virginia $90,632 Pennsylvania $89,597 Nevada $89,075 North Dakota $88,904 Michigan $88,634 Wisconsin $88,535 Vermont $88,337

Texas $87,788 Maine $87,752 Arizona $87,698 Ohio $87,635 Georgia $86,807 Indiana $86,393 Wyoming $86,312 Utah $86,186

Iowa $86,132 Kansas $85,700 Louisiana $85,574 North Carolina $85,529 Missouri $85,511 Florida $85,160 Montana $84,971 Nebraska $84,791

Kentucky $84,692 South Carolina $84,332 Tennessee $84,107 Idaho $84,017 New Mexico $83,360 Oklahoma $83,216 Alabama $82,685 South Dakota $81,794

Arkansas $81,308 West Virginia $81,047 Mississippi $80,264

Top Paying Cities for Recruiter 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: $90,735
Little Creek: $91,399
Magnolia: $91,267

Lincoln, DE $90,735 Little Creek, DE $91,399 Magnolia, DE $91,267 Milford, DE $90,965 Marydel, DE $91,114 Millsboro, DE $90,354 Millville, DE $90,493 Milton, DE $90,650

Nassau, DE $90,716 Ocean View, DE $90,478 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,652 Seaford, DE $90,703 Selbyville, DE $90,328 Smyrna, DE $91,462 Viola, DE $91,041 Woodside, DE $91,285

Bear, DE $91,075 Newark, DE $91,041 Claymont, DE $91,227 Delaware City, DE $91,132 Hockessin, DE $91,033 Kirkwood, DE $91,114 Middletown, DE $91,150 Montchanin, DE $91,053

New Castle, DE $91,067 Odessa, DE $91,195 Port Penn, DE $91,256 Rockland, DE $91,062 Saint Georges, DE $91,121 Townsend, DE $91,261 Winterthur, DE $91,073 Lewes, DE $90,685

Wilmington, DE $91,037 Dover, DE $91,399 Dover Afb, DE $90,917 Bethany Beach, DE $90,383 Bethel, DE $90,476 Bridgeville, DE $90,690 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,141 Cheswold, DE $91,369

Clayton, DE $91,372 Dagsboro, DE $90,320 Delmar, DE $90,175 Ellendale, DE $90,448 Felton, DE $90,958 Fenwick Island, DE $90,340 Frankford, DE $90,182 Frederica, DE $91,048

Georgetown, DE $90,286 Greenwood, DE $90,704 Harbeson, DE $90,382 Harrington, DE $90,843 Hartly, DE $91,125 Houston, DE $90,713 Kenton, DE $91,376 Laurel, DE $90,232

Yorklyn, DE $91,060

Recruiter III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Recruiter III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $101,945. While startup companies pay approximate $86,215.

Recruiter III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$86,215
Growth Stage	51~500	$91,186
Established	501~5000	$98,447
Enterprise	5000+	$101,945

Recruiter III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Recruiter III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Recruiter positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Recruiter III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Recruiter III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$136,718	$66.0	50%
Financial Services	$118,489	$57.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$109,374	$53.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Recruiter 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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$81,152

Average $91,145/year

$101,179

$6,763

Average $7,595/month

$8,432

$1,561

Average $1,753/week

$1,946

$39

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,179	$8,432	$1,946	$49
Average	$91,145	$7,595	$1,753	$44
25th Percentile	$81,152	$6,763	$1,561	$39

Recruiter III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Recruiter IV

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Recruiting Director

VP of Talent Acquisition & Recruiting

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Recruiter 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.

Recruiter III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Physician Recruitment Director	$152,212	67%
Recruiter IV	$116,116	27%
Talent Acquisition Specialist IV	$116,116	27%

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