Materials engineers Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Materials engineers in the United States is $112,860 per year — about $54 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $88,080 and $142,720 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Materials engineers
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $151,940 |
| Decatur, AL | $134,370 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $137,290 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $144,010 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $156,730 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $156,130 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $134,630 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $138,430 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $127,740 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $127,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Materials engineers make in the US?
The median salary is $112,860 per year (about $54 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $88,080 and $142,720 a year.
How much do Materials engineers make per hour?
About $54 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $112,860 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Materials engineers?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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