What are the main factors that influence a Third Mate'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 Third Mate?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Third Mate roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Third Mate's salary?

A Third Mate's salary grows with experience: an Ethics Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $68,680, an Third Mate (2-4 years)earns $85,846, an Ethics Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $104,430, an Ethics Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $119,998, an Ethics Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $173,661,

What are the highest paying states for a Third Mate?

Third Mate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Third Mate roles are District of Columbia $92,413, California $92,063, Massachusetts $90,836. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Third Mate roles make?

Salaries for Third Mate level roles vary by specialization: Chief Mate: $167,674; First Mate: $111,052; Tugboat Mate: $96,629; Boatswain Mate: $96,377; Nuclear Machinist Mate: $61,330.

Third Mate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Third Mate make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Third Mate in Delaware is $84,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,550
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,190 to $91,343
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,421

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Third Mate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,343	$7,612	$1,757	$44
Average	$84,526	$7,044	$1,625	$41
25th Percentile	$78,190	$6,516	$1,504	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Third Mate Salaries

A Third Mate'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 Third Mate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Third Mate'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $68,680
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,846
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,430
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,998
Expert (over 8 years): $173,661

Levels	Salary
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$68,680
Third Mat... Level Third Mate	$85,846
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$104,430
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$119,998
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$173,661

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How Do Third Mate 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 Third Mates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,413.
California: $92,063.
Massachusetts: $90,836.

District of Columbia $92,413 California $92,063 Massachusetts $90,836 Washington $90,502 New Jersey $90,468 Alaska $90,352 Connecticut $89,200 New York $88,732

Hawaii $87,238 Rhode Island $86,537 Maryland $86,061 Minnesota $85,410 Colorado $85,160 Illinois $85,077 Oregon $84,759 Delaware $84,526

New Hampshire $84,379 Virginia $84,050 Pennsylvania $83,090 Nevada $82,606 North Dakota $82,447 Michigan $82,197 Wisconsin $82,105 Vermont $81,922

Texas $81,412 Maine $81,379 Arizona $81,329 Ohio $81,271 Georgia $80,503 Indiana $80,119 Wyoming $80,044 Utah $79,927

Iowa $79,877 Kansas $79,476 Louisiana $79,359 North Carolina $79,317 Missouri $79,301 Florida $78,975 Montana $78,800 Nebraska $78,633

Kentucky $78,541 South Carolina $78,207 Tennessee $77,999 Idaho $77,915 New Mexico $77,306 Oklahoma $77,172 Alabama $76,680 South Dakota $75,854

Arkansas $75,403 West Virginia $75,161 Mississippi $74,435

Top Paying Cities for Third Mates

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: $84,145
Little Creek: $84,761
Magnolia: $84,639

Lincoln, DE $84,145 Little Creek, DE $84,761 Magnolia, DE $84,639 Milford, DE $84,359 Marydel, DE $84,497 Millsboro, DE $83,792 Millville, DE $83,921 Milton, DE $84,067

Nassau, DE $84,128 Ocean View, DE $83,907 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,068 Seaford, DE $84,116 Selbyville, DE $83,768 Smyrna, DE $84,820 Viola, DE $84,429 Woodside, DE $84,656

Bear, DE $84,461 Newark, DE $84,429 Claymont, DE $84,602 Delaware City, DE $84,513 Hockessin, DE $84,421 Kirkwood, DE $84,497 Middletown, DE $84,530 Montchanin, DE $84,441

New Castle, DE $84,453 Odessa, DE $84,572 Port Penn, DE $84,628 Rockland, DE $84,449 Saint Georges, DE $84,503 Townsend, DE $84,633 Winterthur, DE $84,459 Lewes, DE $84,099

Wilmington, DE $84,426 Dover, DE $84,761 Dover Afb, DE $84,315 Bethany Beach, DE $83,819 Bethel, DE $83,906 Bridgeville, DE $84,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,522 Cheswold, DE $84,734

Clayton, DE $84,736 Dagsboro, DE $83,760 Delmar, DE $83,626 Ellendale, DE $83,880 Felton, DE $84,352 Fenwick Island, DE $83,779 Frankford, DE $83,633 Frederica, DE $84,436

Georgetown, DE $83,729 Greenwood, DE $84,117 Harbeson, DE $83,818 Harrington, DE $84,245 Hartly, DE $84,507 Houston, DE $84,125 Kenton, DE $84,740 Laurel, DE $83,679

Yorklyn, DE $84,446

Third Mate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Third Mate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 87% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Third Mate positions in Transportation or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Third Mate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Third Mate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$114,110	$55.0	35%
Pharmaceuticals	$109,883	$53.0	30%
Internet	$101,431	$49.0	20%
Financial Services	$99,740	$48.0	18%
Biotechnology	$94,669	$46.0	12%

Third Mate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Third Mate'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 July 01, 2026

$78,190

Average $84,526/year

$91,343

$6,516

Average $7,044/month

$7,612

$1,504

Average $1,625/week

$1,757

$38

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,343	$7,612	$1,757	$44
Average	$84,526	$7,044	$1,625	$41
25th Percentile	$78,190	$6,516	$1,504	$38

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