What are the main factors that influence a Third Assistant Engineer'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 Assistant Engineer's salary?

A Third Assistant Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $96,653 for beginners, reaching about $98,951 at mid-level, and approach $102,761 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Third Assistant Engineer?

Third Assistant Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Third Assistant Engineer roles are District of Columbia $107,077, California $106,671, Massachusetts $105,249. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Third Assistant Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Third Assistant Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Third Engineer: $108,527; Third Mate: $83,443; Third Party Administrator: $80,218; Third Year Resident: $75,351; Third Grade Teacher: $55,180.

Third Assistant Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Third Assistant Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Third Assistant Engineer in Delaware is $97,938 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,733
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,496 to $105,682
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,542

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Third Assistant Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,682	$8,807	$2,032	$51
Average	$97,938	$8,162	$1,883	$47
25th Percentile	$92,496	$7,708	$1,779	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Third Assistant Engineer Salaries

A Third Assistant Engineer'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 Assistant Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Third Assistant Engineer'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): $96,653
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,805
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,951
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $102,507
Expert (over 8 years): $102,761

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Third Assistant Engineer	$96,653
Intermediate Level Third Assistant Engineer	$96,805
Senior Level Third Assistant Engineer	$98,951
Specialist Level Third Assistant Engineer	$102,507
Expert Level Third Assistant Engineer	$102,761

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How Do Third Assistant Engineer 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 Assistant Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $107,077.
California: $106,671.
Massachusetts: $105,249.

District of Columbia $107,077 California $106,671 Massachusetts $105,249 Washington $104,863 New Jersey $104,824 Alaska $104,689 Connecticut $103,354 New York $102,812

Hawaii $101,081 Rhode Island $100,269 Maryland $99,718 Minnesota $98,963 Colorado $98,673 Illinois $98,577 Oregon $98,209 Delaware $97,938

New Hampshire $97,768 Virginia $97,387 Pennsylvania $96,275 Nevada $95,714 North Dakota $95,530 Michigan $95,240 Wisconsin $95,134 Vermont $94,921

Texas $94,331 Maine $94,292 Arizona $94,234 Ohio $94,167 Georgia $93,277 Indiana $92,832 Wyoming $92,745 Utah $92,609

Iowa $92,551 Kansas $92,087 Louisiana $91,952 North Carolina $91,904 Missouri $91,884 Florida $91,507 Montana $91,304 Nebraska $91,110

Kentucky $91,004 South Carolina $90,617 Tennessee $90,375 Idaho $90,279 New Mexico $89,573 Oklahoma $89,418 Alabama $88,847 South Dakota $87,890

Arkansas $87,368 West Virginia $87,087 Mississippi $86,246

Top Paying Cities for Third Assistant Engineers

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: $101,362
Little Creek: $100,424
Magnolia: $100,840

Lincoln, DE $101,362 Little Creek, DE $100,424 Magnolia, DE $100,840 Milford, DE $101,362 Marydel, DE $100,046 Millsboro, DE $101,362 Millville, DE $102,039 Milton, DE $101,362

Nassau, DE $101,362 Ocean View, DE $102,039 Rehoboth Beach, DE $102,039 Seaford, DE $100,298 Selbyville, DE $102,039 Smyrna, DE $99,930 Viola, DE $100,840 Woodside, DE $100,549

Bear, DE $99,195 Newark, DE $99,234 Claymont, DE $99,311 Delaware City, DE $99,234 Hockessin, DE $99,311 Kirkwood, DE $99,234 Middletown, DE $99,727 Montchanin, DE $99,311

New Castle, DE $99,311 Odessa, DE $99,863 Port Penn, DE $98,963 Rockland, DE $99,311 Saint Georges, DE $99,234 Townsend, DE $99,718 Winterthur, DE $99,311 Lewes, DE $101,362

Wilmington, DE $99,311 Dover, DE $100,375 Dover Afb, DE $100,607 Bethany Beach, DE $102,039 Bethel, DE $100,298 Bridgeville, DE $101,362 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,482 Cheswold, DE $100,143

Clayton, DE $99,892 Dagsboro, DE $102,039 Delmar, DE $100,298 Ellendale, DE $101,362 Felton, DE $101,362 Fenwick Island, DE $102,039 Frankford, DE $102,039 Frederica, DE $101,362

Georgetown, DE $101,362 Greenwood, DE $101,362 Harbeson, DE $101,362 Harrington, DE $101,362 Hartly, DE $99,843 Houston, DE $101,362 Kenton, DE $99,892 Laurel, DE $100,298

Yorklyn, DE $99,311

Third Assistant Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Third Assistant Engineer'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 February 01, 2026

$92,496

Average $97,938/year

$105,682

$7,708

Average $8,162/month

$8,807

$1,779

Average $1,883/week

$2,032

$44

Average $47/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,682	$8,807	$2,032	$51
Average	$97,938	$8,162	$1,883	$47
25th Percentile	$92,496	$7,708	$1,779	$44

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