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

A Materials Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $151,625 for beginners, reaching about $154,210 at mid-level, and approach $159,352 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Engineering Manager?

Materials Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,597, California $156,003, Massachusetts $153,924. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Materials Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Alloy and Materials Engineering Senior Manager: $180,500; Materials Processing Engineer V: $152,994; Alloy and Materials Engineering Manager: $146,900; Materials Processing Manager: $146,900; Materials Processing Engineer Manager: $146,860.

Materials Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Materials Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $156,597 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,343
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $143,273 to $167,456
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $131,142

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Materials Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,456	$13,955	$3,220	$81
Average	$156,597	$13,050	$3,011	$75
25th Percentile	$143,273	$11,939	$2,755	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Engineering Manager Salaries

A Materials Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Engineering Manager'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $151,625
Early Career (1-2 years): $152,222
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,210
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $156,597
Expert (over 8 years): $159,352

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Materials Engineering Manager	$151,625
Intermediate Level Materials Engineering Manager	$152,222
Senior Level Materials Engineering Manager	$154,210
Specialist Level Materials Engineering Manager	$156,597
Expert Level Materials Engineering Manager	$159,352

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How Do Materials Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,597.
California: $156,003.
Massachusetts: $153,924.

District of Columbia $156,597 California $156,003 Massachusetts $153,924 Washington $153,358 New Jersey $153,301 Alaska $153,103 Connecticut $151,152 New York $150,360

Hawaii $147,828 Rhode Island $146,640 Maryland $145,834 Minnesota $144,730 Colorado $144,306 Illinois $144,165 Oregon $143,627 Delaware $143,231

New Hampshire $142,982 Virginia $142,425 Pennsylvania $140,799 Nevada $139,978 North Dakota $139,709 Michigan $139,285 Wisconsin $139,130 Vermont $138,818

Texas $137,956 Maine $137,899 Arizona $137,814 Ohio $137,715 Georgia $136,414 Indiana $135,763 Wyoming $135,636 Utah $135,438

Iowa $135,353 Kansas $134,674 Louisiana $134,476 North Carolina $134,406 Missouri $134,377 Florida $133,826 Montana $133,529 Nebraska $133,246

Kentucky $133,090 South Carolina $132,525 Tennessee $132,171 Idaho $132,030 New Mexico $130,997 Oklahoma $130,771 Alabama $129,936 South Dakota $128,536

Arkansas $127,772 West Virginia $127,362 Mississippi $126,132

Top Paying Cities for Materials Engineering Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $156,597
Washington: $156,597
Naval Anacost Annex: $156,597

Parcel Return Service, DC $156,597 Washington, DC $156,597 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $156,597 Washington Navy Yard, DC $156,597

Materials Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Engineering Manager'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 January 01, 2026

$143,273

Average $156,597/year

$167,456

$11,939

Average $13,050/month

$13,955

$2,755

Average $3,011/week

$3,220

$69

Average $75/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,456	$13,955	$3,220	$81
Average	$156,597	$13,050	$3,011	$75
25th Percentile	$143,273	$11,939	$2,755	$69

Materials Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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