What are the main factors that influence a Materials Engineer II'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 $77,504, a Materials Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $91,550, a Materials Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $103,633, a Materials Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,517, a Materials Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $154,771,

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

Materials Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $100,093, California $99,713, Massachusetts $98,384. 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 V: $152,830; Materials Engineer IV: $124,930; Materials Engineer: $104,916; Materials Processing Engineer II: $97,101; Engineer II: $92,130.

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Materials Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Engineer II in Delaware is $91,550 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,512
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,644 to $97,288
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,446

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Materials Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,288	$8,107	$1,871	$47
Average	$91,550	$7,629	$1,761	$44
25th Percentile	$83,644	$6,970	$1,609	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineer II Salaries

A Materials Engineer II'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 II'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): $77,504
Materials Engineer II (2-4 years): $91,550
Materials Engineer III (4-7 years): $103,633
Materials Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,517
Materials Engineer V (7-10 years): $154,771

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Engineer I	0-2 years	$77,504
Materials Engineer II	2-4 years	$91,550
Materials Engineer III	4-7 years	$103,633
Materials Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,517
Materials Engineer V	7-10 years	$154,771

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

District of Columbia: $100,093.
California: $99,713.
Massachusetts: $98,384.

District of Columbia $100,093 California $99,713 Massachusetts $98,384 Washington $98,023 New Jersey $97,987 Alaska $97,860 Connecticut $96,613 New York $96,106

Hawaii $94,488 Rhode Island $93,729 Maryland $93,214 Minnesota $92,508 Colorado $92,237 Illinois $92,147 Oregon $91,803 Delaware $91,550

New Hampshire $91,391 Virginia $91,035 Pennsylvania $89,995 Nevada $89,471 North Dakota $89,299 Michigan $89,028 Wisconsin $88,928 Vermont $88,730

Texas $88,178 Maine $88,142 Arizona $88,088 Ohio $88,024 Georgia $87,193 Indiana $86,777 Wyoming $86,696 Utah $86,569

Iowa $86,515 Kansas $86,081 Louisiana $85,954 North Carolina $85,909 Missouri $85,891 Florida $85,538 Montana $85,349 Nebraska $85,168

Kentucky $85,068 South Carolina $84,707 Tennessee $84,481 Idaho $84,390 New Mexico $83,730 Oklahoma $83,586 Alabama $83,052 South Dakota $82,157

Arkansas $81,669 West Virginia $81,407 Mississippi $80,621

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineer IIs

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: $91,138
Little Creek: $91,805
Magnolia: $91,673

Lincoln, DE $91,138 Little Creek, DE $91,805 Magnolia, DE $91,673 Milford, DE $91,369 Marydel, DE $91,519 Millsboro, DE $90,755 Millville, DE $90,896 Milton, DE $91,053

Nassau, DE $91,119 Ocean View, DE $90,880 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,055 Seaford, DE $91,106 Selbyville, DE $90,729 Smyrna, DE $91,868 Viola, DE $91,445 Woodside, DE $91,691

Bear, DE $91,480 Newark, DE $91,445 Claymont, DE $91,632 Delaware City, DE $91,537 Hockessin, DE $91,437 Kirkwood, DE $91,519 Middletown, DE $91,555 Montchanin, DE $91,458

New Castle, DE $91,471 Odessa, DE $91,600 Port Penn, DE $91,661 Rockland, DE $91,467 Saint Georges, DE $91,526 Townsend, DE $91,667 Winterthur, DE $91,478 Lewes, DE $91,088

Wilmington, DE $91,442 Dover, DE $91,805 Dover Afb, DE $91,321 Bethany Beach, DE $90,784 Bethel, DE $90,878 Bridgeville, DE $91,093 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,546 Cheswold, DE $91,775

Clayton, DE $91,778 Dagsboro, DE $90,721 Delmar, DE $90,576 Ellendale, DE $90,850 Felton, DE $91,362 Fenwick Island, DE $90,741 Frankford, DE $90,583 Frederica, DE $91,452

Georgetown, DE $90,687 Greenwood, DE $91,107 Harbeson, DE $90,783 Harrington, DE $91,246 Hartly, DE $91,530 Houston, DE $91,116 Kenton, DE $91,782 Laurel, DE $90,633

Yorklyn, DE $91,464

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

Understanding how a Materials Engineer II'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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$83,644

Average $91,550/year

$97,288

$6,970

Average $7,629/month

$8,107

$1,609

Average $1,761/week

$1,871

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,288	$8,107	$1,871	$47
Average	$91,550	$7,629	$1,761	$44
25th Percentile	$83,644	$6,970	$1,609	$40

Materials Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Engineer II

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Materials Engineer III

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Metallurgical Engineer IV

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Engineer II, 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 II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Ceramics Engineer, Sr.	$100,739	10%
Materials Engineer III	$103,633	13%
Metallurgical Engineer III	$100,734	10%

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