What are the main factors that influence a Materials Processing Specialist V'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 Processing Specialist 's salary?

A Materials Processing Specialist 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Processing Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $98,331, a Materials Processing Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $115,104, a Materials Processing Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $134,513, a Materials Processing Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $154,948, a Materials Processing Manager (10+ years)earns $148,736,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Processing Specialist V?

Materials Processing Specialist V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Processing Specialist V roles are District of Columbia $169,500, California $168,800, Massachusetts $166,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Processing Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Materials Processing Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Materials Processing Engineer V: $153,005; Materials/Inventory Planner V: $145,300; Materials Planner V: $145,232; Materials Processing Specialist IV: $132,900; Materials Processing Engineer IV: $132,826.

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Materials Processing Specialist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Processing Specialist V make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Processing Specialist V in Delaware is $155,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,758
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,000 to $171,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,179

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Materials Processing Specialist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,100	$14,258	$3,290	$82
Average	$155,000	$12,917	$2,981	$75
25th Percentile	$153,000	$12,750	$2,942	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Processing Specialist V Salaries

A Materials Processing Specialist V'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 V'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 II (2-4 years): $98,331
Materials Processing Specialist III (4-7 years): $115,104
Materials Processing Specialist IV (7+ years): $134,513
Materials Processing Specialist V (7-10 years): $154,948
Materials Processing Manager (10+ years): $148,736

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Processing Specialist II	2-4 years	$98,331
Materials Processing Specialist III	4-7 years	$115,104
Materials Processing Specialist IV	7+ years	$134,513
Materials Processing Specialist V	7-10 years	$154,948
Materials Processing Manager	10+ years	$148,736

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How Do Materials Processing Specialist V 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 Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $169,500.
California: $168,800.
Massachusetts: $166,600.

District of Columbia $169,500 California $168,800 Massachusetts $166,600 Washington $166,000 New Jersey $165,900 Alaska $165,700 Connecticut $163,600 New York $162,700

Hawaii $160,000 Rhode Island $158,700 Maryland $157,800 Minnesota $156,600 Colorado $156,200 Illinois $156,000 Oregon $155,400 Delaware $155,000

New Hampshire $154,700 Virginia $154,100 Pennsylvania $152,400 Nevada $151,500 North Dakota $151,200 Michigan $150,700 Wisconsin $150,600 Vermont $150,200

Texas $149,300 Maine $149,200 Arizona $149,100 Ohio $149,000 Georgia $147,600 Indiana $146,900 Wyoming $146,800 Utah $146,600

Iowa $146,500 Kansas $145,700 Louisiana $145,500 North Carolina $145,500 Missouri $145,400 Florida $144,800 Montana $144,500 Nebraska $144,200

Kentucky $144,000 South Carolina $143,400 Tennessee $143,000 Idaho $142,900 New Mexico $141,800 Oklahoma $141,500 Alabama $140,600 South Dakota $139,100

Arkansas $138,300 West Virginia $137,800 Mississippi $136,500

Top Paying Cities for Materials Processing Specialist Vs

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: $160,400
Little Creek: $158,900
Magnolia: $159,600

Lincoln, DE $160,400 Little Creek, DE $158,900 Magnolia, DE $159,600 Milford, DE $160,400 Marydel, DE $158,300 Millsboro, DE $160,400 Millville, DE $161,500 Milton, DE $160,400

Nassau, DE $160,400 Ocean View, DE $161,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $161,500 Seaford, DE $158,700 Selbyville, DE $161,500 Smyrna, DE $158,200 Viola, DE $159,600 Woodside, DE $159,100

Bear, DE $157,000 Newark, DE $157,000 Claymont, DE $157,200 Delaware City, DE $157,000 Hockessin, DE $157,200 Kirkwood, DE $157,000 Middletown, DE $157,800 Montchanin, DE $157,200

New Castle, DE $157,200 Odessa, DE $158,000 Port Penn, DE $156,600 Rockland, DE $157,200 Saint Georges, DE $157,000 Townsend, DE $157,800 Winterthur, DE $157,200 Lewes, DE $160,400

Wilmington, DE $157,200 Dover, DE $158,900 Dover Afb, DE $159,200 Bethany Beach, DE $161,500 Bethel, DE $158,700 Bridgeville, DE $160,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $159,000 Cheswold, DE $158,500

Clayton, DE $158,100 Dagsboro, DE $161,500 Delmar, DE $158,700 Ellendale, DE $160,400 Felton, DE $160,400 Fenwick Island, DE $161,500 Frankford, DE $161,500 Frederica, DE $160,400

Georgetown, DE $160,400 Greenwood, DE $160,400 Harbeson, DE $160,400 Harrington, DE $160,400 Hartly, DE $158,000 Houston, DE $160,400 Kenton, DE $158,100 Laurel, DE $158,700

Yorklyn, DE $157,200

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

Understanding how a Materials Processing Specialist V'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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$153,000

Average $155,000/year

$171,100

$12,750

Average $12,917/month

$14,258

$2,942

Average $2,981/week

$3,290

$74

Average $75/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,100	$14,258	$3,290	$82
Average	$155,000	$12,917	$2,981	$75
25th Percentile	$153,000	$12,750	$2,942	$74

Materials Processing Specialist V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Processing Specialist V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Processing Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $148,800 - a projected growth of -4% over your current level.

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