What are the main factors that influence a Materials Engineer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Materials Engineer 's salary?

A Materials Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,725, a Materials Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $91,783, a Materials Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $103,895, a Materials Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,768, a Materials Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,144,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Engineer I?

Materials Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $84,785, California $84,463, Massachusetts $83,338. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Materials Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Materials Engineer IV: $124,895; Materials Engineer: $103,846; Materials Engineer III: $102,360; Materials Engineer II: $90,427; Alloy and Materials Engineer I: $76,600.

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Materials Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Materials Engineer I in Delaware is $77,725 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,479
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,431 to $81,260
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,880

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Materials Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,260	$6,772	$1,563	$39
Average	$77,725	$6,477	$1,495	$37
25th Percentile	$69,431	$5,786	$1,335	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineer I Salaries

A Materials Engineer I'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 Materials Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Engineer I'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:

Materials Engineer I (0-2 years): $77,725
Materials Engineer II (2-4 years): $91,783
Materials Engineer III (4-7 years): $103,895
Materials Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,768
Materials Engineer V (7-10 years): $155,144

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Engineer I	0-2 years	$77,725
Materials Engineer II	2-4 years	$91,783
Materials Engineer III	4-7 years	$103,895
Materials Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,768
Materials Engineer V	7-10 years	$155,144

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How Do Materials Engineer I 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 Materials Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,785.
California: $84,463.
Massachusetts: $83,338.

District of Columbia $84,785 California $84,463 Massachusetts $83,338 Washington $83,031 New Jersey $83,001 Alaska $82,894 Connecticut $81,837 New York $81,408

Hawaii $80,037 Rhode Island $79,394 Maryland $78,958 Minnesota $78,360 Colorado $78,130 Illinois $78,054 Oregon $77,763 Delaware $77,549

New Hampshire $77,414 Virginia $77,112 Pennsylvania $76,231 Nevada $75,787 North Dakota $75,642 Michigan $75,412 Wisconsin $75,328 Vermont $75,159

Texas $74,692 Maine $74,662 Arizona $74,616 Ohio $74,562 Georgia $73,858 Indiana $73,505 Wyoming $73,436 Utah $73,329

Iowa $73,283 Kansas $72,916 Louisiana $72,808 North Carolina $72,770 Missouri $72,755 Florida $72,456 Montana $72,295 Nebraska $72,142

Kentucky $72,058 South Carolina $71,752 Tennessee $71,560 Idaho $71,484 New Mexico $70,925 Oklahoma $70,802 Alabama $70,350 South Dakota $69,592

Arkansas $69,179 West Virginia $68,957 Mississippi $68,290

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineer Is

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: $80,259
Little Creek: $79,517
Magnolia: $79,846

Lincoln, DE $80,259 Little Creek, DE $79,517 Magnolia, DE $79,846 Milford, DE $80,259 Marydel, DE $79,218 Millsboro, DE $80,259 Millville, DE $80,795 Milton, DE $80,259

Nassau, DE $80,259 Ocean View, DE $80,795 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,795 Seaford, DE $79,417 Selbyville, DE $80,795 Smyrna, DE $79,126 Viola, DE $79,846 Woodside, DE $79,616

Bear, DE $78,544 Newark, DE $78,575 Claymont, DE $78,636 Delaware City, DE $78,575 Hockessin, DE $78,636 Kirkwood, DE $78,575 Middletown, DE $78,965 Montchanin, DE $78,636

New Castle, DE $78,636 Odessa, DE $79,072 Port Penn, DE $78,360 Rockland, DE $78,636 Saint Georges, DE $78,575 Townsend, DE $78,958 Winterthur, DE $78,636 Lewes, DE $80,259

Wilmington, DE $78,636 Dover, DE $79,478 Dover Afb, DE $79,662 Bethany Beach, DE $80,795 Bethel, DE $79,417 Bridgeville, DE $80,259 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,562 Cheswold, DE $79,294

Clayton, DE $79,095 Dagsboro, DE $80,795 Delmar, DE $79,417 Ellendale, DE $80,259 Felton, DE $80,259 Fenwick Island, DE $80,795 Frankford, DE $80,795 Frederica, DE $80,259

Georgetown, DE $80,259 Greenwood, DE $80,259 Harbeson, DE $80,259 Harrington, DE $80,259 Hartly, DE $79,057 Houston, DE $80,259 Kenton, DE $79,095 Laurel, DE $79,417

Yorklyn, DE $78,636

Materials Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Engineer I'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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$69,431

Average $77,725/year

$81,260

$5,786

Average $6,477/month

$6,772

$1,335

Average $1,495/week

$1,563

$33

Average $37/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,260	$6,772	$1,563	$39
Average	$77,725	$6,477	$1,495	$37
25th Percentile	$69,431	$5,786	$1,335	$33

Materials Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Engineer I

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Materials Engineer II

Metallurgical Engineer II

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Materials Engineer III

Metallurgical Engineer III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Engineer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Materials Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Ceramics Engineer	$91,793	18%
Materials Engineer II	$91,783	18%
Metallurgical Engineer II	$91,786	18%

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