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 's salary?

A Materials Processing Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Processing Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $97,167, a Materials Processing Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $107,510, a Materials Processing Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $125,859, a Materials Processing Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $147,073, a Materials Processing Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,413,

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 $97,167, California $96,798, Massachusetts $95,508. 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: $153,010; Materials Processing Engineer Manager: $146,879; Materials Processing Engineer IV: $132,833; Materials Processing Engineer III: $113,673; Materials Processing Engineer II: $97,101.

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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 June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Processing Engineer I in District of Columbia is $97,167 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): $111,925
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,915 to $104,892
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,312

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Materials Processing Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,892	$8,741	$2,017	$50
Average	$97,167	$8,097	$1,869	$47
25th Percentile	$89,915	$7,493	$1,729	$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 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:

Materials Processing Engineer I (0-2 years): $97,167
Materials Processing Engineer II (2-4 years): $107,510
Materials Processing Engineer III (4-7 years): $125,859
Materials Processing Engineer IV (7+ years): $147,073
Materials Processing Engineer V (7-10 years): $169,413

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Processing Engineer I	0-2 years	$97,167
Materials Processing Engineer II	2-4 years	$107,510
Materials Processing Engineer III	4-7 years	$125,859
Materials Processing Engineer IV	7+ years	$147,073
Materials Processing Engineer V	7-10 years	$169,413

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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: $97,167.
California: $96,798.
Massachusetts: $95,508.

District of Columbia $97,167 California $96,798 Massachusetts $95,508 Washington $95,157 New Jersey $95,122 Alaska $94,999 Connecticut $93,788 New York $93,297

Hawaii $91,726 Rhode Island $90,989 Maryland $90,488 Minnesota $89,804 Colorado $89,541 Illinois $89,453 Oregon $89,119 Delaware $88,874

New Hampshire $88,719 Virginia $88,373 Pennsylvania $87,364 Nevada $86,855 North Dakota $86,688 Michigan $86,425 Wisconsin $86,329 Vermont $86,135

Texas $85,600 Maine $85,565 Arizona $85,512 Ohio $85,451 Georgia $84,644 Indiana $84,240 Wyoming $84,161 Utah $84,038

Iowa $83,985 Kansas $83,564 Louisiana $83,441 North Carolina $83,397 Missouri $83,380 Florida $83,038 Montana $82,853 Nebraska $82,678

Kentucky $82,581 South Carolina $82,230 Tennessee $82,011 Idaho $81,923 New Mexico $81,282 Oklahoma $81,142 Alabama $80,624 South Dakota $79,755

Arkansas $79,281 West Virginia $79,027 Mississippi $78,263

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: $96,639
Washington: $96,640
Naval Anacost Annex: $96,636

Parcel Return Service, DC $96,639 Washington, DC $96,640 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $96,636 Washington Navy Yard, DC $96,639

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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$89,915

Average $97,167/year

$104,892

$7,493

Average $8,097/month

$8,741

$1,729

Average $1,869/week

$2,017

$43

Average $47/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,892	$8,741	$2,017	$50
Average	$97,167	$8,097	$1,869	$47
25th Percentile	$89,915	$7,493	$1,729	$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 $107,510 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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