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

A Materials Processing Engineer I's salary grows with experience: starting around $96,609 for beginners, reaching about $99,070 at mid-level, and approach $99,638 for experts.

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

Materials Processing Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Processing Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $97,140, California $96,772, Massachusetts $95,482. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Processing Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Materials Processing Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Materials Processing Engineer V: $152,994; Materials Processing Engineer Manager: $146,860; Materials Processing Engineer IV: $132,815; Materials Processing Engineer III: $113,642; Materials Processing Engineer II: $97,094.

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Materials Processing Engineer I Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Materials Processing Engineer I make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Processing Engineer I in District of Columbia is $97,140 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,672
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,021 to $104,747
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,539

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Materials Processing Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,747	$8,729	$2,014	$50
Average	$97,140	$8,095	$1,868	$47
25th Percentile	$90,021	$7,502	$1,731	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Processing Engineer I Salaries

A Materials Processing 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 Processing Engineer I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Processing 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $96,609
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,367
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,070
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,411
Expert (over 8 years): $99,638

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Materials Processing Engineer I	$96,609
Intermediate Level Materials Processing Engineer I	$97,367
Senior Level Materials Processing Engineer I	$99,070
Specialist Level Materials Processing Engineer I	$99,411
Expert Level Materials Processing Engineer I	$99,638

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

District of Columbia: $97,140.
California: $96,772.
Massachusetts: $95,482.

District of Columbia $97,140 California $96,772 Massachusetts $95,482 Washington $95,131 New Jersey $95,096 Alaska $94,973 Connecticut $93,762 New York $93,271

Hawaii $91,701 Rhode Island $90,964 Maryland $90,464 Minnesota $89,779 Colorado $89,516 Illinois $89,428 Oregon $89,095 Delaware $88,849

New Hampshire $88,695 Virginia $88,349 Pennsylvania $87,340 Nevada $86,831 North Dakota $86,665 Michigan $86,401 Wisconsin $86,305 Vermont $86,112

Texas $85,577 Maine $85,542 Arizona $85,489 Ohio $85,428 Georgia $84,620 Indiana $84,217 Wyoming $84,138 Utah $84,015

Iowa $83,962 Kansas $83,541 Louisiana $83,418 North Carolina $83,375 Missouri $83,357 Florida $83,015 Montana $82,831 Nebraska $82,655

Kentucky $82,559 South Carolina $82,208 Tennessee $81,988 Idaho $81,901 New Mexico $81,260 Oklahoma $81,120 Alabama $80,602 South Dakota $79,734

Arkansas $79,260 West Virginia $79,005 Mississippi $78,242

Top Paying Cities for Materials Processing 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:

Parcel Return Service: $97,140
Washington: $97,140
Naval Anacost Annex: $97,140

Parcel Return Service, DC $97,140 Washington, DC $97,140 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $97,140 Washington Navy Yard, DC $97,140

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

Understanding how a Materials Processing 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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$90,021

Average $97,140/year

$104,747

$7,502

Average $8,095/month

$8,729

$1,731

Average $1,868/week

$2,014

$43

Average $47/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,747	$8,729	$2,014	$50
Average	$97,140	$8,095	$1,868	$47
25th Percentile	$90,021	$7,502	$1,731	$43

Materials Processing Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Processing Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Processing Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $107,502 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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