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Materials engineer salary in United States, 2026
How much does a Materials Engineer make in the United States?
Average base salary
$114,105
- Hour
- Month
- Year
Average $114,105
Low $68,650
High $189,658
The average salary for a materials engineer is $114,105 per year in the United States. 867 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 29, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Materials Engineer in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Dollar Shave Club
$312,000per year
North Wind Group
$243,360per year
Viasat
$242,000per year
Alliance of Professionals & Co...
$208,000per year
Johns Hopkins University
$201,462per year
Acclaim Technical Services
$200,000per year
