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

A Reliability Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Reliability Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,034, a Reliability Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $94,520, a Reliability Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,973, a Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $138,762, a Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,733,

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

Reliability Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Reliability Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $124,609, California $124,136, Massachusetts $122,482. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Reliability Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Reliability Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Reliability Engineer: $161,680; Specialist Reliability Engineer: $137,043; Maintenance Reliability Engineer: $113,117; Reliability Analysis Engineer III: $112,590; Senior Reliability Engineer: $112,563.

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Reliability Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Reliability Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Reliability Engineer III in Delaware is $113,973 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,644
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,905 to $121,129
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,469

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Reliability Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,129	$10,094	$2,329	$58
Average	$113,973	$9,498	$2,192	$55
25th Percentile	$106,905	$8,909	$2,056	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Reliability Engineer III Salaries

A Reliability 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 Reliability Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Reliability 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:

Reliability Engineer I (0-2 years): $79,034
Reliability Engineer II (2-4 years): $94,520
Reliability Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,973
Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years): $138,762
Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years): $163,733

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Reliability Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,034
Reliability Engineer II	2-4 years	$94,520
Reliability Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,973
Reliability Engineer IV	7+ years	$138,762
Reliability Engineer V	7-10 years	$163,733

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

District of Columbia: $124,609.
California: $124,136.
Massachusetts: $122,482.

District of Columbia $124,609 California $124,136 Massachusetts $122,482 Washington $122,031 New Jersey $121,986 Alaska $121,829 Connecticut $120,276 New York $119,646

Hawaii $117,631 Rhode Island $116,686 Maryland $116,044 Minnesota $115,166 Colorado $114,829 Illinois $114,716 Oregon $114,288 Delaware $113,973

New Hampshire $113,775 Virginia $113,332 Pennsylvania $112,038 Nevada $111,385 North Dakota $111,171 Michigan $110,833 Wisconsin $110,710 Vermont $110,462

Texas $109,775 Maine $109,730 Arizona $109,663 Ohio $109,584 Georgia $108,549 Indiana $108,031 Wyoming $107,930 Utah $107,772

Iowa $107,705 Kansas $107,164 Louisiana $107,007 North Carolina $106,951 Missouri $106,928 Florida $106,489 Montana $106,253 Nebraska $106,028

Kentucky $105,904 South Carolina $105,454 Tennessee $105,172 Idaho $105,060 New Mexico $104,238 Oklahoma $104,058 Alabama $103,394 South Dakota $102,280

Arkansas $101,672 West Virginia $101,346 Mississippi $100,367

Top Paying Cities for Reliability 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: $113,460
Little Creek: $114,291
Magnolia: $114,126

Lincoln, DE $113,460 Little Creek, DE $114,291 Magnolia, DE $114,126 Milford, DE $113,748 Marydel, DE $113,935 Millsboro, DE $112,984 Millville, DE $113,158 Milton, DE $113,354

Nassau, DE $113,436 Ocean View, DE $113,139 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,357 Seaford, DE $113,421 Selbyville, DE $112,951 Smyrna, DE $114,369 Viola, DE $113,843 Woodside, DE $114,149

Bear, DE $113,886 Newark, DE $113,843 Claymont, DE $114,076 Delaware City, DE $113,956 Hockessin, DE $113,833 Kirkwood, DE $113,935 Middletown, DE $113,979 Montchanin, DE $113,859

New Castle, DE $113,875 Odessa, DE $114,035 Port Penn, DE $114,112 Rockland, DE $113,870 Saint Georges, DE $113,943 Townsend, DE $114,118 Winterthur, DE $113,883 Lewes, DE $113,398

Wilmington, DE $113,838 Dover, DE $114,291 Dover Afb, DE $113,689 Bethany Beach, DE $113,020 Bethel, DE $113,137 Bridgeville, DE $113,404 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,969 Cheswold, DE $114,254

Clayton, DE $114,257 Dagsboro, DE $112,941 Delmar, DE $112,760 Ellendale, DE $113,102 Felton, DE $113,739 Fenwick Island, DE $112,966 Frankford, DE $112,769 Frederica, DE $113,852

Georgetown, DE $112,899 Greenwood, DE $113,422 Harbeson, DE $113,019 Harrington, DE $113,595 Hartly, DE $113,949 Houston, DE $113,433 Kenton, DE $114,263 Laurel, DE $112,831

Yorklyn, DE $113,866

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

Understanding how a Reliability 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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$106,905

Average $113,973/year

$121,129

$8,909

Average $9,498/month

$10,094

$2,056

Average $2,192/week

$2,329

$51

Average $55/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,129	$10,094	$2,329	$58
Average	$113,973	$9,498	$2,192	$55
25th Percentile	$106,905	$8,909	$2,056	$51

Reliability Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Reliability Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Reliability Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $138,762 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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