Applications Engineer III Salary in the United States

How much does an Applications Engineer III make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Engineer III in the United States is $110,158 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,520
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,539 to $120,816
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,781
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75th Percentile $120,816 $10,068 $2,323 $58
Average $110,158 $9,180 $2,118 $53
25th Percentile $100,539 $8,378 $1,933 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Applications Engineer III Salaries

An Applications 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Applications Engineer III Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,276
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $99,625
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,374
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,778
  • Expert (over 8 years): $156,993
Levels Salary
Technical... Level Applications Engineer III$77,276
Technical... Level Applications Engineer III$99,625
Applicati... Level Applications Engineer III$109,374
Technical... Level Applications Engineer III$138,778
Technical... Level Applications Engineer III$156,993
$77,276 0 yr
$99,625 < 2 yrs
$109,374 2-4 yrs
$138,778 5-8 yrs
$156,993 > 8 yrs
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How Do Applications 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 Applications Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $121,967.
  • California: $121,504.
  • Massachusetts: $119,885.

Top Paying Cities for Applications 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:

  • San Jose: $138,942
  • San Francisco: $137,421
  • Oakland: $134,525

What Skills Can Increase an Applications Engineer III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.94% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Software Engineering (Mentioned in 2.6% Job Postings): Software engineering is the application of engineering to the development of software in a systematic method. Notable definitions of software engineering include: "the systematic application of scientific and technological knowledge, methods, and experience to the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of software"—The Bureau of Labor Statistics—IEEE Systems and software engineering - Vocabulary "The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach to the development, operation, and maintenance of software"—IEEE Standard Glossary of Software Engineering Terminology "an engineering discipline that is concerned with all aspects of software production"—Ian Sommerville "the establishment and use of sound engineering principles in order to economically obtain software that is reliable and works efficiently on real machines"—Fritz Bauer
  • Security Testing (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Security Testing is a type of Software Testing that uncovers vulnerabilities, threats, risks in a software application and prevents malicious attacks from intruders. The purpose of Security Tests is to identify all possible loopholes
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Analysis 4.94%
Software Engineering 2.6%
Security Testing 1.72%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Applications Engineer III's salary.
  • Information Security: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Microservices: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Kubernetes: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Information Security
 $118,971
8%
Microservices
 $116,767
6%
Kubernetes
 $116,767
6%
Linux
 $114,564
4%
Container
 $114,564
4%
Python
 $114,564
4%
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How Education impacts an Applications Engineer III's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Applications Engineer IIIs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Applications Engineer III with a Associate's Degree is between $111,649 and $119,010).

Applications Engineer III Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Applications Engineer III
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.1%
Associates 5.4%
Bachelors 44.3%
Masters 38.7%
Doctorate 9.3%
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Applications Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications 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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Average $110,158/year
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75th Percentile $120,816 $10,068 $2,323 $58
Average $110,158 $9,180 $2,118 $53
25th Percentile $100,539 $8,378 $1,933 $48

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Salary Trends for Applications Engineer III

Salaries for an Applications Engineer III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $123,900 in 2023 to around $121,154 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Applications Engineer III salary trends, .

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