What are the main factors that influence a Materials Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager's salary?

A Materials Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Materials Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $94,496, a Materials Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $106,966, a Materials Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $130,515, a Materials Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $159,729, a Materials Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $147,805,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Engineering Manager?

Materials Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,602, California $156,008, Massachusetts $153,929. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Materials Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Materials Engineer V: $152,851; Materials Evaluation and Analysis Manager: $141,500; Specialist Materials Engineer: $124,900; Materials Engineer IV: $124,895; Materials Engineer III: $102,360.

Materials Engineering Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Materials Engineering Manager make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Materials Engineering Manager in Hawaii is $147,805 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,871
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,922 to $157,785
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,193

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Materials Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,785	$13,149	$3,034	$76
Average	$147,805	$12,317	$2,842	$71
25th Percentile	$134,922	$11,244	$2,595	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineering Manager Salaries

A Materials Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Engineering Manager'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 II (2-4 years): $94,496
Materials Engineer III (4-7 years): $106,966
Materials Engineer IV (7+ years): $130,515
Materials Engineer V (7-10 years): $159,729
Materials Engineering Manager (10+ years): $147,805

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Engineer II	2-4 years	$94,496
Materials Engineer III	4-7 years	$106,966
Materials Engineer IV	7+ years	$130,515
Materials Engineer V	7-10 years	$159,729
Materials Engineering Manager	10+ years	$147,805

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How Do Materials Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,602.
California: $156,008.
Massachusetts: $153,929.

District of Columbia $156,602 California $156,008 Massachusetts $153,929 Washington $153,363 New Jersey $153,307 Alaska $153,109 Connecticut $151,157 New York $150,365

Hawaii $147,833 Rhode Island $146,645 Maryland $145,839 Minnesota $144,736 Colorado $144,311 Illinois $144,170 Oregon $143,632 Delaware $143,236

New Hampshire $142,987 Virginia $142,430 Pennsylvania $140,804 Nevada $139,983 North Dakota $139,714 Michigan $139,290 Wisconsin $139,135 Vermont $138,823

Texas $137,961 Maine $137,904 Arizona $137,819 Ohio $137,720 Georgia $136,419 Indiana $135,768 Wyoming $135,641 Utah $135,443

Iowa $135,358 Kansas $134,679 Louisiana $134,481 North Carolina $134,410 Missouri $134,382 Florida $133,831 Montana $133,534 Nebraska $133,251

Kentucky $133,095 South Carolina $132,529 Tennessee $132,176 Idaho $132,034 New Mexico $131,002 Oklahoma $130,775 Alabama $129,941 South Dakota $128,541

Arkansas $127,777 West Virginia $127,367 Mississippi $126,136

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineering Managers

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:

Aiea: $147,083
Anahola: $146,093
Captain Cook: $146,093

Aiea, HI $147,083 Anahola, HI $146,093 Captain Cook, HI $146,093 Eleele, HI $146,093 Ewa Beach, HI $147,083 Kapolei, HI $146,758 Haiku, HI $146,093 Hakalau, HI $146,093

Haleiwa, HI $146,093 Hana, HI $146,093 Hanalei, HI $146,093 Hanamaulu, HI $146,093 Hanapepe, HI $146,093 Hauula, HI $146,419 Hawaii National Park, HI $146,093 Hawi, HI $146,093

Hilo, HI $146,093 Princeville, HI $146,093 Holualoa, HI $146,093 Honaunau, HI $146,093 Honokaa, HI $146,093 Honomu, HI $146,093 Hoolehua, HI $146,093 Kaaawa, HI $146,687

Kahuku, HI $146,093 Kahului, HI $146,093 Kailua, HI $147,083 Ocean View, HI $146,093 Waikoloa, HI $146,093 Keauhou, HI $146,093 Kailua Kona, HI $146,093 Kalaheo, HI $146,093

Kalaupapa, HI $146,093 Kamuela, HI $146,093 Kaneohe, HI $147,083 Kapaa, HI $146,093 Kaumakani, HI $146,093 Kaunakakai, HI $146,093 Keaau, HI $146,093 Kealakekua, HI $146,093

Kealia, HI $146,093 Kekaha, HI $146,093 Kihei, HI $146,093 Kilauea, HI $146,093 Kapaau, HI $146,093 Koloa, HI $146,093 Kualapuu, HI $146,093 Kunia, HI $146,617

Kurtistown, HI $146,093 Lahaina, HI $146,093 Laie, HI $146,221 Lanai City, HI $146,093 Laupahoehoe, HI $146,093 Lawai, HI $146,093 Lihue, HI $146,093 Makawao, HI $146,093

Makaweli, HI $146,093 Maunaloa, HI $146,093 Mountain View, HI $146,093 Naalehu, HI $146,093 Ninole, HI $146,093 Ookala, HI $146,093 Paauilo, HI $146,093 Pahala, HI $146,093

Pahoa, HI $146,093 Paia, HI $146,093 Papaaloa, HI $146,093 Papaikou, HI $146,093 Pearl City, HI $147,083 Pepeekeo, HI $146,093 Puunene, HI $146,093 Volcano, HI $146,093

Wahiawa, HI $146,617 Pukalani, HI $146,093 Mililani, HI $146,815 Kula, HI $146,093 Waialua, HI $146,093 Waianae, HI $146,221 Wailuku, HI $146,093 Waimanalo, HI $147,083

Waimea, HI $146,093 Waipahu, HI $147,013 Honolulu, HI $147,083 J B P H H, HI $147,083 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $146,687 Schofield Barracks, HI $146,560 Fort Shafter, HI $147,083 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $147,083

Camp H M Smith, HI $147,083 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $147,013 Wake Island, HI $147,083

Materials Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Engineering Manager'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 May 18, 2021

$134,922

Average $147,805/year

$157,785

$11,244

Average $12,317/month

$13,149

$2,595

Average $2,842/week

$3,034

$65

Average $71/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,785	$13,149	$3,034	$76
Average	$147,805	$12,317	$2,842	$71
25th Percentile	$134,922	$11,244	$2,595	$65

Materials Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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