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

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 $68,679, an Third Mate (2-4 years)earns $85,842, an Ethics Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $104,426, an Ethics Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $119,997, an Ethics Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $173,650,

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 $92,409, California $92,059, Massachusetts $90,832. 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: $167,377; First Mate: $111,031; Tugboat Mate: $96,552; Boatswain Mate: $96,366; Nuclear Machinist Mate: $61,329.

Third Mate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Third Mate make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Third Mate in Delaware is $84,522 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): $97,529
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,187 to $91,330
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,419

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Third Mate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,330	$7,611	$1,756	$44
Average	$84,522	$7,043	$1,625	$41
25th Percentile	$78,187	$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): $68,679
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,842
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,426
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,997
Expert (over 8 years): $173,650

Levels	Salary
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$68,679
Third Mat... Level Third Mate	$85,842
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$104,426
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$119,997
Ethics Sp... Level Third Mate	$173,650

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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: $92,409.
California: $92,059.
Massachusetts: $90,832.

District of Columbia $92,409 California $92,059 Massachusetts $90,832 Washington $90,498 New Jersey $90,464 Alaska $90,348 Connecticut $89,196 New York $88,728

Hawaii $87,234 Rhode Island $86,533 Maryland $86,058 Minnesota $85,407 Colorado $85,156 Illinois $85,073 Oregon $84,756 Delaware $84,522

New Hampshire $84,375 Virginia $84,046 Pennsylvania $83,086 Nevada $82,602 North Dakota $82,444 Michigan $82,193 Wisconsin $82,102 Vermont $81,918

Texas $81,409 Maine $81,375 Arizona $81,325 Ohio $81,267 Georgia $80,499 Indiana $80,115 Wyoming $80,040 Utah $79,923

Iowa $79,873 Kansas $79,473 Louisiana $79,356 North Carolina $79,314 Missouri $79,297 Florida $78,972 Montana $78,796 Nebraska $78,630

Kentucky $78,538 South Carolina $78,204 Tennessee $77,995 Idaho $77,912 New Mexico $77,303 Oklahoma $77,169 Alabama $76,677 South Dakota $75,850

Arkansas $75,400 West Virginia $75,158 Mississippi $74,431

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: $84,141
Little Creek: $84,757
Magnolia: $84,635

Lincoln, DE $84,141 Little Creek, DE $84,757 Magnolia, DE $84,635 Milford, DE $84,355 Marydel, DE $84,494 Millsboro, DE $83,788 Millville, DE $83,918 Milton, DE $84,063

Nassau, DE $84,124 Ocean View, DE $83,904 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,065 Seaford, DE $84,112 Selbyville, DE $83,764 Smyrna, DE $84,816 Viola, DE $84,425 Woodside, DE $84,652

Bear, DE $84,457 Newark, DE $84,425 Claymont, DE $84,598 Delaware City, DE $84,509 Hockessin, DE $84,418 Kirkwood, DE $84,494 Middletown, DE $84,526 Montchanin, DE $84,437

New Castle, DE $84,449 Odessa, DE $84,568 Port Penn, DE $84,625 Rockland, DE $84,445 Saint Georges, DE $84,499 Townsend, DE $84,630 Winterthur, DE $84,455 Lewes, DE $84,095

Wilmington, DE $84,422 Dover, DE $84,757 Dover Afb, DE $84,311 Bethany Beach, DE $83,815 Bethel, DE $83,902 Bridgeville, DE $84,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,519 Cheswold, DE $84,730

Clayton, DE $84,732 Dagsboro, DE $83,757 Delmar, DE $83,622 Ellendale, DE $83,876 Felton, DE $84,348 Fenwick Island, DE $83,775 Frankford, DE $83,629 Frederica, DE $84,432

Georgetown, DE $83,725 Greenwood, DE $84,113 Harbeson, DE $83,814 Harrington, DE $84,242 Hartly, DE $84,504 Houston, DE $84,121 Kenton, DE $84,736 Laurel, DE $83,675

Yorklyn, DE $84,443

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 June 01, 2026

$78,187

Average $84,522/year

$91,330

$6,516

Average $7,043/month

$7,611

$1,504

Average $1,625/week

$1,756

$38

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,330	$7,611	$1,756	$44
Average	$84,522	$7,043	$1,625	$41
25th Percentile	$78,187	$6,516	$1,504	$38

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