What are the main factors that influence a Materials Engineer II'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 II?

Materials Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $100,121, California $99,741, Massachusetts $98,412. 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 V: $152,851; Materials Engineer IV: $124,895; Materials Engineer: $103,846; Materials Engineer III: $102,360; Alloy and Materials Engineer II: $90,500.

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Materials Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Materials Engineer II in Delaware is $91,783 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,020
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,025 to $97,142
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,961

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Materials Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,142	$8,095	$1,868	$47
Average	$91,783	$7,649	$1,765	$44
25th Percentile	$84,025	$7,002	$1,616	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineer II Salaries

A Materials Engineer II'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 II'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 II 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 IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $100,121.
California: $99,741.
Massachusetts: $98,412.

District of Columbia $100,121 California $99,741 Massachusetts $98,412 Washington $98,050 New Jersey $98,014 Alaska $97,887 Connecticut $96,639 New York $96,133

Hawaii $94,514 Rhode Island $93,755 Maryland $93,239 Minnesota $92,534 Colorado $92,263 Illinois $92,172 Oregon $91,829 Delaware $91,575

New Hampshire $91,416 Virginia $91,060 Pennsylvania $90,020 Nevada $89,496 North Dakota $89,324 Michigan $89,053 Wisconsin $88,953 Vermont $88,754

Texas $88,202 Maine $88,166 Arizona $88,112 Ohio $88,049 Georgia $87,217 Indiana $86,801 Wyoming $86,719 Utah $86,593

Iowa $86,539 Kansas $86,105 Louisiana $85,978 North Carolina $85,933 Missouri $85,915 Florida $85,562 Montana $85,372 Nebraska $85,191

Kentucky $85,092 South Carolina $84,730 Tennessee $84,504 Idaho $84,414 New Mexico $83,753 Oklahoma $83,609 Alabama $83,075 South Dakota $82,180

Arkansas $81,692 West Virginia $81,430 Mississippi $80,643

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineer IIs

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: $94,777
Little Creek: $93,899
Magnolia: $94,288

Lincoln, DE $94,777 Little Creek, DE $93,899 Magnolia, DE $94,288 Milford, DE $94,777 Marydel, DE $93,547 Millsboro, DE $94,777 Millville, DE $95,410 Milton, DE $94,777

Nassau, DE $94,777 Ocean View, DE $95,410 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,410 Seaford, DE $93,782 Selbyville, DE $95,410 Smyrna, DE $93,438 Viola, DE $94,288 Woodside, DE $94,017

Bear, DE $92,751 Newark, DE $92,787 Claymont, DE $92,859 Delaware City, DE $92,787 Hockessin, DE $92,859 Kirkwood, DE $92,787 Middletown, DE $93,248 Montchanin, DE $92,859

New Castle, DE $92,859 Odessa, DE $93,375 Port Penn, DE $92,534 Rockland, DE $92,859 Saint Georges, DE $92,787 Townsend, DE $93,239 Winterthur, DE $92,859 Lewes, DE $94,777

Wilmington, DE $92,859 Dover, DE $93,854 Dover Afb, DE $94,071 Bethany Beach, DE $95,410 Bethel, DE $93,782 Bridgeville, DE $94,777 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,954 Cheswold, DE $93,637

Clayton, DE $93,402 Dagsboro, DE $95,410 Delmar, DE $93,782 Ellendale, DE $94,777 Felton, DE $94,777 Fenwick Island, DE $95,410 Frankford, DE $95,410 Frederica, DE $94,777

Georgetown, DE $94,777 Greenwood, DE $94,777 Harbeson, DE $94,777 Harrington, DE $94,777 Hartly, DE $93,357 Houston, DE $94,777 Kenton, DE $93,402 Laurel, DE $93,782

Yorklyn, DE $92,859

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

Understanding how a Materials Engineer II'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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$84,025

Average $91,783/year

$97,142

$7,002

Average $7,649/month

$8,095

$1,616

Average $1,765/week

$1,868

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,142	$8,095	$1,868	$47
Average	$91,783	$7,649	$1,765	$44
25th Percentile	$84,025	$7,002	$1,616	$40

Materials Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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Materials Engineer III

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Metallurgical Engineer IV

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Engineer II, 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 II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Ceramics Engineer, Sr.	$101,015	10%
Materials Engineer III	$103,895	13%
Metallurgical Engineer III	$101,010	10%

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