What are the main factors that influence a Telecommunications Supervisor 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 Telecommunications Supervisor III?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Telecommunications Supervisor III roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Telecommunications Supervisor 's salary?

A Telecommunications Supervisor 's salary grows with experience: a Telecommunications Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $165,428, a Telecommunications Supervisor II (10+ years)earns $130,016, a Telecommunications Supervisor III (10+ years)earns $141,090, a Telecommunications Manager (10+ years)earns $160,823, a Telecommunications Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $188,282,

What are the highest paying states for a Telecommunications Supervisor III?

Telecommunications Supervisor III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Telecommunications Supervisor III roles are District of Columbia $141,090, California $140,555, Massachusetts $138,682. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Telecommunications Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Telecommunications Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Telecommunications Supervisor: $132,594; Telecommunications Operations Supervisor III: $127,430; Telecommunications Network Engineer III: $118,390; Telecommunications Engineer III: $118,302; Telecommunications Supervisor II: $117,428.

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Telecommunications Supervisor III Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Telecommunications Supervisor III make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecommunications Supervisor III in District of Columbia is $141,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,088
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,264 to $164,120
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,585

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Telecommunications Supervisor III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,120	$13,677	$3,156	$79
Average	$141,090	$11,758	$2,713	$68
25th Percentile	$128,264	$10,689	$2,467	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Supervisor III Salaries

A Telecommunications Supervisor 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 Telecommunications Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications Supervisor 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:

Telecommunications Analyst V (7-10 years): $165,428
Telecommunications Supervisor II (10+ years): $130,016
Telecommunications Supervisor III (10+ years): $141,090
Telecommunications Manager (10+ years): $160,823
Telecommunications Senior Manager (10+ years): $188,282

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Telecommunications Analyst V	7-10 years	$165,428
Telecommunications Supervisor II	10+ years	$130,016
Telecommunications Supervisor III	10+ years	$141,090
Telecommunications Manager	10+ years	$160,823
Telecommunications Senior Manager	10+ years	$188,282

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

District of Columbia: $141,090.
California: $140,555.
Massachusetts: $138,682.

District of Columbia $141,090 California $140,555 Massachusetts $138,682 Washington $138,172 New Jersey $138,121 Alaska $137,943 Connecticut $136,184 New York $135,471

Hawaii $133,190 Rhode Island $132,119 Maryland $131,393 Minnesota $130,399 Colorado $130,017 Illinois $129,889 Oregon $129,405 Delaware $129,048

New Hampshire $128,824 Virginia $128,322 Pennsylvania $126,857 Nevada $126,117 North Dakota $125,875 Michigan $125,493 Wisconsin $125,353 Vermont $125,073

Texas $124,295 Maine $124,244 Arizona $124,168 Ohio $124,079 Georgia $122,906 Indiana $122,320 Wyoming $122,205 Utah $122,027

Iowa $121,951 Kansas $121,339 Louisiana $121,160 North Carolina $121,097 Missouri $121,071 Florida $120,574 Montana $120,307 Nebraska $120,052

Kentucky $119,912 South Carolina $119,402 Tennessee $119,083 Idaho $118,956 New Mexico $118,026 Oklahoma $117,822 Alabama $117,070 South Dakota $115,808

Arkansas $115,120 West Virginia $114,751 Mississippi $113,642

Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications Supervisor 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:

Parcel Return Service: $140,325
Washington: $140,326
Naval Anacost Annex: $140,320

Parcel Return Service, DC $140,325 Washington, DC $140,326 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $140,320 Washington Navy Yard, DC $140,325

Telecommunications Supervisor III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Telecommunications Supervisor III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $157,809. While startup companies pay approximate $133,459.

Telecommunications Supervisor III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$133,459
Growth Stage	51~500	$141,154
Established	501~5000	$152,394
Enterprise	5000+	$157,809

Telecommunications Supervisor III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Telecommunications Supervisor III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Telecommunications Supervisor positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Telecommunications Supervisor III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Telecommunications Supervisor III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$183,418	$88.0	30%
Internet	$169,309	$81.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$162,254	$78.0	15%
Financial Services	$162,254	$78.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$162,254	$78.0	15%

Telecommunications Supervisor III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications Supervisor 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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$128,264

Average $141,090/year

$164,120

$10,689

Average $11,758/month

$13,677

$2,467

Average $2,713/week

$3,156

$62

Average $68/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,120	$13,677	$3,156	$79
Average	$141,090	$11,758	$2,713	$68
25th Percentile	$128,264	$10,689	$2,467	$62

Telecommunications Supervisor III Salary Growth & Career Path

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