Transaction Processing Associate III Salary in the United States

How much does a Transaction Processing Associate III make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Transaction Processing Associate III in the United States is $54,786 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Transaction Processing Associate III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,007
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,896 to $61,707
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,533
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Transaction Processing Associate III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $61,707 $5,142 $1,187 $30
Average $54,786 $4,566 $1,054 $26
25th Percentile $48,896 $4,075 $940 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Transaction Processing Associate III Salaries

A Transaction Processing Associate 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 Transaction Processing Associate III Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Transaction Processing Associate 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): $51,631
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $52,072
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,277
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,822
  • Expert (over 8 years): $58,145
Levels Salary
Entry Level Transaction Processing Associate III$51,631
Intermediate Level Transaction Processing Associate III$52,072
Senior Level Transaction Processing Associate III$54,277
Specialist Level Transaction Processing Associate III$56,822
Expert Level Transaction Processing Associate III$58,145
$51,631 0 yr
$52,072 < 2 yrs
$54,277 2-4 yrs
$56,822 5-8 yrs
$58,145 > 8 yrs
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How Do Transaction Processing Associate 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 Transaction Processing Associate IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,659.
  • California: $60,429.
  • Massachusetts: $59,624.

Top Paying Cities for Transaction Processing Associate 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: $69,102
  • San Francisco: $68,423
  • Oakland: $66,905

What Skills Can Increase a Transaction Processing Associate III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Problem Solving (Mentioned in 4.84% Job Postings): Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.
  • Data Input (Mentioned in 3.33% Job Postings): Data input are information's that is provided to a computer or a software program. Input means to provide the program with some data to be used in it.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Problem Solving 4.84%
Data Input 3.33%
Accounting 1.51%
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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 a Transaction Processing Associate III's salary.
  • Data Validation: Can increase your salary by up to 85%.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 33%.
  • Programming: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Validation
 $101,355
85%
Flexibility
 $72,866
33%
Programming
 $67,935
24%
Critical Thinking
 $67,935
24%
Troubleshooting
 $65,744
20%
Collaboration
 $65,196
19%
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Transaction Processing Associate III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Transaction Processing Associate 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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$48,896
Average $54,786/year
$61,707
$4,075
Average $4,566/month
$5,142
$940
Average $1,054/week
$1,187
$24
Average $26/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $61,707 $5,142 $1,187 $30
Average $54,786 $4,566 $1,054 $26
25th Percentile $48,896 $4,075 $940 $24

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Salary Trends for Transaction Processing Associate III

Salaries for a Transaction Processing Associate III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $61,959 in 2023 to around $62,051 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Transaction Processing Associate III salary trends, .

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