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

A Materials Planner 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Planner I (0-2 years)earns $59,186, a Materials Planner II (2-4 years)earns $71,966, a Materials Planner III (4-7 years)earns $88,089, a Materials Planner IV (7+ years)earns $114,073, a Materials Planner V (7-10 years)earns $147,084,

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

Materials Planner I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Planner I roles are District of Columbia $64,709, California $64,464, Massachusetts $63,605. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Planner roles make?

Salaries for Materials Planner level roles vary by specialization: Materials Planner V: $145,239; Materials Planner IV: $112,642; Senior Materials Planner: $86,990; Materials Planner III: $86,984; Materials Planner: $71,384.

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Materials Planner I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Planner I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Planner I in Delaware is $59,186 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,438
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,320 to $68,740
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,157

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Materials Planner I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,740	$5,728	$1,322	$33
Average	$59,186	$4,932	$1,138	$28
25th Percentile	$51,320	$4,277	$987	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Planner I Salaries

A Materials Planner 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 Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Planner 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 Planner I (0-2 years): $59,186
Materials Planner II (2-4 years): $71,966
Materials Planner III (4-7 years): $88,089
Materials Planner IV (7+ years): $114,073
Materials Planner V (7-10 years): $147,084

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Planner I	0-2 years	$59,186
Materials Planner II	2-4 years	$71,966
Materials Planner III	4-7 years	$88,089
Materials Planner IV	7+ years	$114,073
Materials Planner V	7-10 years	$147,084

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

District of Columbia: $64,709.
California: $64,464.
Massachusetts: $63,605.

District of Columbia $64,709 California $64,464 Massachusetts $63,605 Washington $63,371 New Jersey $63,347 Alaska $63,266 Connecticut $62,459 New York $62,132

Hawaii $61,086 Rhode Island $60,595 Maryland $60,262 Minnesota $59,806 Colorado $59,630 Illinois $59,572 Oregon $59,350 Delaware $59,186

New Hampshire $59,083 Virginia $58,853 Pennsylvania $58,181 Nevada $57,842 North Dakota $57,731 Michigan $57,556 Wisconsin $57,491 Vermont $57,363

Texas $57,006 Maine $56,983 Arizona $56,948 Ohio $56,907 Georgia $56,369 Indiana $56,100 Wyoming $56,048 Utah $55,966

Iowa $55,931 Kansas $55,650 Louisiana $55,569 North Carolina $55,539 Missouri $55,528 Florida $55,300 Montana $55,177 Nebraska $55,060

Kentucky $54,996 South Carolina $54,762 Tennessee $54,616 Idaho $54,557 New Mexico $54,131 Oklahoma $54,037 Alabama $53,693 South Dakota $53,114

Arkansas $52,798 West Virginia $52,629 Mississippi $52,120

Top Paying Cities for Materials Planner 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: $61,255
Little Creek: $60,688
Magnolia: $60,940

Lincoln, DE $61,255 Little Creek, DE $60,688 Magnolia, DE $60,940 Milford, DE $61,255 Marydel, DE $60,460 Millsboro, DE $61,255 Millville, DE $61,664 Milton, DE $61,255

Nassau, DE $61,255 Ocean View, DE $61,664 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,664 Seaford, DE $60,612 Selbyville, DE $61,664 Smyrna, DE $60,390 Viola, DE $60,940 Woodside, DE $60,764

Bear, DE $59,946 Newark, DE $59,969 Claymont, DE $60,016 Delaware City, DE $59,969 Hockessin, DE $60,016 Kirkwood, DE $59,969 Middletown, DE $60,267 Montchanin, DE $60,016

New Castle, DE $60,016 Odessa, DE $60,349 Port Penn, DE $59,806 Rockland, DE $60,016 Saint Georges, DE $59,969 Townsend, DE $60,262 Winterthur, DE $60,016 Lewes, DE $61,255

Wilmington, DE $60,016 Dover, DE $60,659 Dover Afb, DE $60,799 Bethany Beach, DE $61,664 Bethel, DE $60,612 Bridgeville, DE $61,255 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,723 Cheswold, DE $60,519

Clayton, DE $60,367 Dagsboro, DE $61,664 Delmar, DE $60,612 Ellendale, DE $61,255 Felton, DE $61,255 Fenwick Island, DE $61,664 Frankford, DE $61,664 Frederica, DE $61,255

Georgetown, DE $61,255 Greenwood, DE $61,255 Harbeson, DE $61,255 Harrington, DE $61,255 Hartly, DE $60,338 Houston, DE $61,255 Kenton, DE $60,367 Laurel, DE $60,612

Yorklyn, DE $60,016

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

Understanding how a Materials Planner 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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$51,320

Average $59,186/year

$68,740

$4,277

Average $4,932/month

$5,728

$987

Average $1,138/week

$1,322

$25

Average $28/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,740	$5,728	$1,322	$33
Average	$59,186	$4,932	$1,138	$28
25th Percentile	$51,320	$4,277	$987	$25

Materials Planner I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Specialist II

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Planner 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 Planner I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Materials Planner II	$71,966	22%
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Specialist II	$77,232	30%

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