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

A Materials Engineer 's salary grows with experience: 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, a Materials Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $143,225,

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

Materials Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $169,223, California $168,581, Massachusetts $166,335. 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: Medical Device Engineer V: $169,770; General Engineer V: $161,890; Engineer V: $161,850; Aerospace Engineer V: $161,847; Cost Engineer V: $155,328.

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Materials Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Engineer V in Delaware is $154,780 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,858
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,144 to $161,102
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,460

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Materials Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,102	$13,425	$3,098	$77
Average	$154,780	$12,898	$2,977	$74
25th Percentile	$144,144	$12,012	$2,772	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineer V Salaries

A Materials Engineer 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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Engineer 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 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
Materials Engineering Manager (10+ years): $143,225

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Materials Engineering Manager	10+ years	$143,225

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

District of Columbia: $169,223.
California: $168,581.
Massachusetts: $166,335.

District of Columbia $169,223 California $168,581 Massachusetts $166,335 Washington $165,723 New Jersey $165,662 Alaska $165,448 Connecticut $163,339 New York $162,483

Hawaii $159,747 Rhode Island $158,463 Maryland $157,592 Minnesota $156,400 Colorado $155,942 Illinois $155,789 Oregon $155,208 Delaware $154,780

New Hampshire $154,511 Virginia $153,909 Pennsylvania $152,151 Nevada $151,265 North Dakota $150,974 Michigan $150,516 Wisconsin $150,348 Vermont $150,011

Texas $149,079 Maine $149,018 Arizona $148,926 Ohio $148,819 Georgia $147,413 Indiana $146,710 Wyoming $146,573 Utah $146,359

Iowa $146,267 Kansas $145,533 Louisiana $145,319 North Carolina $145,243 Missouri $145,212 Florida $144,616 Montana $144,295 Nebraska $143,990

Kentucky $143,821 South Carolina $143,210 Tennessee $142,828 Idaho $142,675 New Mexico $141,559 Oklahoma $141,315 Alabama $140,413 South Dakota $138,900

Arkansas $138,075 West Virginia $137,632 Mississippi $136,302

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineer 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: $160,191
Little Creek: $158,708
Magnolia: $159,365

Lincoln, DE $160,191 Little Creek, DE $158,708 Magnolia, DE $159,365 Milford, DE $160,191 Marydel, DE $158,112 Millsboro, DE $160,191 Millville, DE $161,260 Milton, DE $160,191

Nassau, DE $160,191 Ocean View, DE $161,260 Rehoboth Beach, DE $161,260 Seaford, DE $158,509 Selbyville, DE $161,260 Smyrna, DE $157,929 Viola, DE $159,365 Woodside, DE $158,907

Bear, DE $156,767 Newark, DE $156,828 Claymont, DE $156,950 Delaware City, DE $156,828 Hockessin, DE $156,950 Kirkwood, DE $156,828 Middletown, DE $157,608 Montchanin, DE $156,950

New Castle, DE $156,950 Odessa, DE $157,822 Port Penn, DE $156,400 Rockland, DE $156,950 Saint Georges, DE $156,828 Townsend, DE $157,592 Winterthur, DE $156,950 Lewes, DE $160,191

Wilmington, DE $156,950 Dover, DE $158,632 Dover Afb, DE $158,998 Bethany Beach, DE $161,260 Bethel, DE $158,509 Bridgeville, DE $160,191 Camden Wyoming, DE $158,800 Cheswold, DE $158,265

Clayton, DE $157,867 Dagsboro, DE $161,260 Delmar, DE $158,509 Ellendale, DE $160,191 Felton, DE $160,191 Fenwick Island, DE $161,260 Frankford, DE $161,260 Frederica, DE $160,191

Georgetown, DE $160,191 Greenwood, DE $160,191 Harbeson, DE $160,191 Harrington, DE $160,191 Hartly, DE $157,791 Houston, DE $160,191 Kenton, DE $157,867 Laurel, DE $158,509

Yorklyn, DE $156,950

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

Understanding how a Materials Engineer 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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$144,144

Average $154,780/year

$161,102

$12,012

Average $12,898/month

$13,425

$2,772

Average $2,977/week

$3,098

$69

Average $74/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,102	$13,425	$3,098	$77
Average	$154,780	$12,898	$2,977	$74
25th Percentile	$144,144	$12,012	$2,772	$69

Materials Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Engineer V

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Metallurgical Engineering Supervisor

Metallurgical Engineering Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Engineer V, 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 V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Materials Engineering Manager	$143,225	-7%
Metallurgical Engineering Supervisor	$130,715	-16%

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