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

A Materials Processing Engineer IV's salary grows with experience: starting around $128,251 for beginners, reaching about $130,960 at mid-level, and approach $135,592 for experts.

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

Materials Processing Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Processing Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $147,053, California $146,495, Massachusetts $144,543. 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; Signal & Image Processing Engineer IV: $147,078; Materials Processing Engineer Manager: $146,860; Materials Processing Specialist IV: $132,900; Materials Engineer IV: $124,903.

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Materials Processing Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Processing Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Processing Engineer IV in Delaware is $134,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,463
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,542 to $141,809
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,832

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Materials Processing Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,809	$11,817	$2,727	$68
Average	$134,502	$11,208	$2,587	$65
25th Percentile	$120,542	$10,045	$2,318	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Processing Engineer IV Salaries

A Materials Processing Engineer IV'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 IV Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Processing Engineer IV'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): $128,251
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,293
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,960
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,043
Expert (over 8 years): $135,592

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Materials Processing Engineer IV	$128,251
Intermediate Level Materials Processing Engineer IV	$129,293
Senior Level Materials Processing Engineer IV	$130,960
Specialist Level Materials Processing Engineer IV	$133,043
Expert Level Materials Processing Engineer IV	$135,592

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

District of Columbia: $147,053.
California: $146,495.
Massachusetts: $144,543.

District of Columbia $147,053 California $146,495 Massachusetts $144,543 Washington $144,011 New Jersey $143,958 Alaska $143,772 Connecticut $141,939 New York $141,196

Hawaii $138,818 Rhode Island $137,703 Maryland $136,946 Minnesota $135,910 Colorado $135,511 Illinois $135,378 Oregon $134,874 Delaware $134,502

New Hampshire $134,268 Virginia $133,745 Pennsylvania $132,217 Nevada $131,447 North Dakota $131,195 Michigan $130,796 Wisconsin $130,650 Vermont $130,358

Texas $129,548 Maine $129,495 Arizona $129,415 Ohio $129,322 Georgia $128,100 Indiana $127,489 Wyoming $127,370 Utah $127,184

Iowa $127,104 Kansas $126,466 Louisiana $126,281 North Carolina $126,214 Missouri $126,188 Florida $125,670 Montana $125,391 Nebraska $125,125

Kentucky $124,979 South Carolina $124,448 Tennessee $124,116 Idaho $123,983 New Mexico $123,013 Oklahoma $122,801 Alabama $122,017 South Dakota $120,702

Arkansas $119,985 West Virginia $119,600 Mississippi $118,444

Top Paying Cities for Materials Processing Engineer IVs

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: $139,203
Little Creek: $137,915
Magnolia: $138,486

Lincoln, DE $139,203 Little Creek, DE $137,915 Magnolia, DE $138,486 Milford, DE $139,203 Marydel, DE $137,397 Millsboro, DE $139,203 Millville, DE $140,133 Milton, DE $139,203

Nassau, DE $139,203 Ocean View, DE $140,133 Rehoboth Beach, DE $140,133 Seaford, DE $137,742 Selbyville, DE $140,133 Smyrna, DE $137,238 Viola, DE $138,486 Woodside, DE $138,088

Bear, DE $136,228 Newark, DE $136,281 Claymont, DE $136,388 Delaware City, DE $136,281 Hockessin, DE $136,388 Kirkwood, DE $136,281 Middletown, DE $136,959 Montchanin, DE $136,388

New Castle, DE $136,388 Odessa, DE $137,145 Port Penn, DE $135,910 Rockland, DE $136,388 Saint Georges, DE $136,281 Townsend, DE $136,946 Winterthur, DE $136,388 Lewes, DE $139,203

Wilmington, DE $136,388 Dover, DE $137,849 Dover Afb, DE $138,167 Bethany Beach, DE $140,133 Bethel, DE $137,742 Bridgeville, DE $139,203 Camden Wyoming, DE $137,995 Cheswold, DE $137,530

Clayton, DE $137,185 Dagsboro, DE $140,133 Delmar, DE $137,742 Ellendale, DE $139,203 Felton, DE $139,203 Fenwick Island, DE $140,133 Frankford, DE $140,133 Frederica, DE $139,203

Georgetown, DE $139,203 Greenwood, DE $139,203 Harbeson, DE $139,203 Harrington, DE $139,203 Hartly, DE $137,118 Houston, DE $139,203 Kenton, DE $137,185 Laurel, DE $137,742

Yorklyn, DE $136,388

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

Understanding how a Materials Processing Engineer IV'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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$120,542

Average $134,502/year

$141,809

$10,045

Average $11,208/month

$11,817

$2,318

Average $2,587/week

$2,727

$58

Average $65/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,809	$11,817	$2,727	$68
Average	$134,502	$11,208	$2,587	$65
25th Percentile	$120,542	$10,045	$2,318	$58

Materials Processing Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Processing Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Processing Engineer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $154,937 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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