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Materials Processing Specialist III Salary in the United States

How much does a Materials Processing Specialist III make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Processing Specialist III in the United States is $113,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Materials Processing Specialist III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,804
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,400 to $123,700
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,843
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Materials Processing Specialist III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $123,700 $10,308 $2,379 $59
Average $113,700 $9,475 $2,187 $55
25th Percentile $105,400 $8,783 $2,027 $51
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Key Factors That Influence Materials Processing Specialist III Salaries

A Materials Processing Specialist III'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 Processing Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Processing Specialist III'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 Processing Specialist I (0-2 years): $87,749
  • Materials Processing Specialist II (2-4 years): $97,098
  • Materials Processing Specialist III (4-7 years): $113,661
  • Materials Processing Specialist IV (7+ years): $132,826
  • Materials Processing Specialist V (7-10 years): $153,005
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Materials Processing Specialist I0-2 years$87,749
Materials Processing Specialist II2-4 years$97,098
Materials Processing Specialist III4-7 years$113,661
Materials Processing Specialist IV7+ years$132,826
Materials Processing Specialist V7-10 years$153,005
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How Do Materials Processing Specialist III 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 Processing Specialist IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $125,900.
  • California: $125,400.
  • Massachusetts: $123,700.

Top Paying Cities for Materials Processing Specialist IIIs

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:

  • San Jose: $143,400
  • San Francisco: $142,000
  • Oakland: $138,900

Materials Processing Specialist III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Processing Specialist III'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 April 01, 2026

Materials Processing Specialist III Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Materials Processing Specialist III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Processing Specialist IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $132,900 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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