What are the main factors that influence a Materials Engineer I'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 Engineer 's salary?

A Materials Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,524, a Materials Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $91,561, a Materials Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $103,646, a Materials Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,501, a Materials Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $154,780,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Engineer I?

Materials Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $84,758, California $84,437, Massachusetts $83,312. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Materials Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Materials Engineer: $104,962; Materials Engineer III: $102,346; Materials Engineer II: $90,413; Materials Processing Engineer I: $87,745; Engineer I: $79,676.

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Materials Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Engineer I in Delaware is $77,524 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,143
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,209 to $80,989
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,638

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Materials Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,989	$6,749	$1,557	$39
Average	$77,524	$6,460	$1,491	$37
25th Percentile	$69,209	$5,767	$1,331	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineer I Salaries

A Materials Engineer I'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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Engineer I'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 I (0-2 years): $77,524
Materials Engineer II (2-4 years): $91,561
Materials Engineer III (4-7 years): $103,646
Materials Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,501
Materials Engineer V (7-10 years): $154,780

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Engineer I	0-2 years	$77,524
Materials Engineer II	2-4 years	$91,561
Materials Engineer III	4-7 years	$103,646
Materials Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,501
Materials Engineer V	7-10 years	$154,780

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How Do Materials Engineer I 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 Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,758.
California: $84,437.
Massachusetts: $83,312.

District of Columbia $84,758 California $84,437 Massachusetts $83,312 Washington $83,005 New Jersey $82,975 Alaska $82,868 Connecticut $81,811 New York $81,382

Hawaii $80,012 Rhode Island $79,369 Maryland $78,933 Minnesota $78,336 Colorado $78,106 Illinois $78,029 Oregon $77,739 Delaware $77,524

New Hampshire $77,389 Virginia $77,088 Pennsylvania $76,208 Nevada $75,764 North Dakota $75,618 Michigan $75,388 Wisconsin $75,304 Vermont $75,136

Texas $74,669 Maine $74,638 Arizona $74,592 Ohio $74,539 Georgia $73,834 Indiana $73,482 Wyoming $73,413 Utah $73,306

Iowa $73,260 Kansas $72,893 Louisiana $72,786 North Carolina $72,747 Missouri $72,732 Florida $72,434 Montana $72,273 Nebraska $72,120

Kentucky $72,035 South Carolina $71,729 Tennessee $71,538 Idaho $71,461 New Mexico $70,902 Oklahoma $70,780 Alabama $70,328 South Dakota $69,570

Arkansas $69,157 West Virginia $68,935 Mississippi $68,269

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineer Is

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: $80,234
Little Creek: $79,492
Magnolia: $79,821

Lincoln, DE $80,234 Little Creek, DE $79,492 Magnolia, DE $79,821 Milford, DE $80,234 Marydel, DE $79,193 Millsboro, DE $80,234 Millville, DE $80,770 Milton, DE $80,234

Nassau, DE $80,234 Ocean View, DE $80,770 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,770 Seaford, DE $79,392 Selbyville, DE $80,770 Smyrna, DE $79,101 Viola, DE $79,821 Woodside, DE $79,591

Bear, DE $78,519 Newark, DE $78,550 Claymont, DE $78,611 Delaware City, DE $78,550 Hockessin, DE $78,611 Kirkwood, DE $78,550 Middletown, DE $78,940 Montchanin, DE $78,611

New Castle, DE $78,611 Odessa, DE $79,048 Port Penn, DE $78,336 Rockland, DE $78,611 Saint Georges, DE $78,550 Townsend, DE $78,933 Winterthur, DE $78,611 Lewes, DE $80,234

Wilmington, DE $78,611 Dover, DE $79,453 Dover Afb, DE $79,637 Bethany Beach, DE $80,770 Bethel, DE $79,392 Bridgeville, DE $80,234 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,538 Cheswold, DE $79,270

Clayton, DE $79,071 Dagsboro, DE $80,770 Delmar, DE $79,392 Ellendale, DE $80,234 Felton, DE $80,234 Fenwick Island, DE $80,770 Frankford, DE $80,770 Frederica, DE $80,234

Georgetown, DE $80,234 Greenwood, DE $80,234 Harbeson, DE $80,234 Harrington, DE $80,234 Hartly, DE $79,032 Houston, DE $80,234 Kenton, DE $79,071 Laurel, DE $79,392

Yorklyn, DE $78,611

Materials Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Engineer I'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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$69,209

Average $77,524/year

$80,989

$5,767

Average $6,460/month

$6,749

$1,331

Average $1,491/week

$1,557

$33

Average $37/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,989	$6,749	$1,557	$39
Average	$77,524	$6,460	$1,491	$37
25th Percentile	$69,209	$5,767	$1,331	$33

Materials Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Engineer I

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Materials Engineer II

Metallurgical Engineer II

Ceramics Engineer, Sr.

Materials Engineer III

Metallurgical Engineer III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Engineer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Materials Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Ceramics Engineer	$91,570	18%
Materials Engineer II	$91,561	18%
Metallurgical Engineer II	$91,564	18%

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