Materials Scientists Salary by State
National median: $117,790
| State | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $177,030 |
| Colorado | $117,290 |
| Connecticut | $130,320 |
| Delaware | — |
| District of Columbia | $137,600 |
| Florida | $102,340 |
| Georgia | $91,970 |
| Illinois | $125,850 |
| Indiana | $130,540 |
| Iowa | $88,320 |
| Kansas | $115,490 |
| Maryland | $112,400 |
| Massachusetts | $132,600 |
| Michigan | $107,410 |
| Minnesota | $132,160 |
| Montana | $71,810 |
| Nevada | $97,490 |
| New Hampshire | $119,990 |
| New Jersey | $103,150 |
| New York | $131,740 |
| North Carolina | $106,470 |
| Ohio | $108,830 |
| Oregon | $150,550 |
| Pennsylvania | $106,920 |
| South Carolina | $101,930 |
| Tennessee | $69,010 |
| Texas | $72,700 |
| Utah | $126,840 |
| Virginia | $124,150 |
| Washington | $127,250 |
| Wisconsin | $137,700 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)