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 $81,573, a Reliability Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,558, a Reliability Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $117,635, a Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $143,217, a Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $168,996,

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 $124,613, California $124,140, Massachusetts $122,486. 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: $161,690; Specialist Reliability Engineer: $137,043; Maintenance Reliability Engineer: $113,120; Reliability Analysis Engineer III: $112,590; Senior Reliability Engineer: $112,563.

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Reliability Engineer III Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Reliability Engineer III make in Hawaii?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Reliability Engineer III in Hawaii is $117,635 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,737
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,343 to $125,016
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,703

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Reliability Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,016	$10,418	$2,404	$60
Average	$117,635	$9,803	$2,262	$57
25th Percentile	$110,343	$9,195	$2,122	$53

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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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Reliability Engineer I	0-2 years	$81,573
Reliability Engineer II	2-4 years	$97,558
Reliability Engineer III	4-7 years	$117,635
Reliability Engineer IV	7+ years	$143,217
Reliability Engineer V	7-10 years	$168,996

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: $124,613.
California: $124,140.
Massachusetts: $122,486.

District of Columbia $124,613 California $124,140 Massachusetts $122,486 Washington $122,036 New Jersey $121,991 Alaska $121,833 Connecticut $120,280 New York $119,650

Hawaii $117,635 Rhode Island $116,690 Maryland $116,048 Minnesota $115,170 Colorado $114,833 Illinois $114,720 Oregon $114,292 Delaware $113,977

New Hampshire $113,779 Virginia $113,336 Pennsylvania $112,042 Nevada $111,389 North Dakota $111,175 Michigan $110,837 Wisconsin $110,713 Vermont $110,466

Texas $109,779 Maine $109,734 Arizona $109,667 Ohio $109,588 Georgia $108,553 Indiana $108,035 Wyoming $107,934 Utah $107,776

Iowa $107,708 Kansas $107,168 Louisiana $107,011 North Carolina $106,954 Missouri $106,932 Florida $106,493 Montana $106,257 Nebraska $106,031

Kentucky $105,908 South Carolina $105,457 Tennessee $105,176 Idaho $105,064 New Mexico $104,242 Oklahoma $104,062 Alabama $103,398 South Dakota $102,284

Arkansas $101,676 West Virginia $101,349 Mississippi $100,370

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:

Aiea: $117,039
Anahola: $116,251
Captain Cook: $116,251

Aiea, HI $117,039 Anahola, HI $116,251 Captain Cook, HI $116,251 Eleele, HI $116,251 Ewa Beach, HI $117,039 Kapolei, HI $116,780 Haiku, HI $116,251 Hakalau, HI $116,251

Haleiwa, HI $116,251 Hana, HI $116,251 Hanalei, HI $116,251 Hanamaulu, HI $116,251 Hanapepe, HI $116,251 Hauula, HI $116,510 Hawaii National Park, HI $116,251 Hawi, HI $116,251

Hilo, HI $116,251 Princeville, HI $116,251 Holualoa, HI $116,251 Honaunau, HI $116,251 Honokaa, HI $116,251 Honomu, HI $116,251 Hoolehua, HI $116,251 Kaaawa, HI $116,724

Kahuku, HI $116,251 Kahului, HI $116,251 Kailua, HI $117,039 Ocean View, HI $116,251 Waikoloa, HI $116,251 Keauhou, HI $116,251 Kailua Kona, HI $116,251 Kalaheo, HI $116,251

Kalaupapa, HI $116,251 Kamuela, HI $116,251 Kaneohe, HI $117,039 Kapaa, HI $116,251 Kaumakani, HI $116,251 Kaunakakai, HI $116,251 Keaau, HI $116,251 Kealakekua, HI $116,251

Kealia, HI $116,251 Kekaha, HI $116,251 Kihei, HI $116,251 Kilauea, HI $116,251 Kapaau, HI $116,251 Koloa, HI $116,251 Kualapuu, HI $116,251 Kunia, HI $116,667

Kurtistown, HI $116,251 Lahaina, HI $116,251 Laie, HI $116,352 Lanai City, HI $116,251 Laupahoehoe, HI $116,251 Lawai, HI $116,251 Lihue, HI $116,251 Makawao, HI $116,251

Makaweli, HI $116,251 Maunaloa, HI $116,251 Mountain View, HI $116,251 Naalehu, HI $116,251 Ninole, HI $116,251 Ookala, HI $116,251 Paauilo, HI $116,251 Pahala, HI $116,251

Pahoa, HI $116,251 Paia, HI $116,251 Papaaloa, HI $116,251 Papaikou, HI $116,251 Pearl City, HI $117,039 Pepeekeo, HI $116,251 Puunene, HI $116,251 Volcano, HI $116,251

Wahiawa, HI $116,667 Pukalani, HI $116,251 Mililani, HI $116,825 Kula, HI $116,251 Waialua, HI $116,251 Waianae, HI $116,352 Wailuku, HI $116,251 Waimanalo, HI $117,039

Waimea, HI $116,251 Waipahu, HI $116,982 Honolulu, HI $117,039 J B P H H, HI $117,039 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $116,724 Schofield Barracks, HI $116,622 Fort Shafter, HI $117,039 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $117,039

Camp H M Smith, HI $117,039 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $116,982 Wake Island, HI $117,039

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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$110,343

Average $117,635/year

$125,016

$9,195

Average $9,803/month

$10,418

$2,122

Average $2,262/week

$2,404

$53

Average $57/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,016	$10,418	$2,404	$60
Average	$117,635	$9,803	$2,262	$57
25th Percentile	$110,343	$9,195	$2,122	$53

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 $143,217 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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