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

A Materials Processing Engineer V's salary grows with experience: starting around $168,929 for beginners, reaching about $169,050 at mid-level, and approach $169,360 for experts.

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

Materials Processing Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Processing Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $169,395, California $168,752, Massachusetts $166,503. 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: Signal & Image Processing Engineer V: $190,877; Materials Processing Specialist V: $153,000; Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer V: $152,850; Materials Engineer V: $152,846; Materials Processing Engineer Manager: $146,860.

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Materials Processing Engineer V Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Processing Engineer V in District of Columbia is $169,395 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $81.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $200,783
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $168,238 to $185,825
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $167,185

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Materials Processing Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,825	$15,485	$3,574	$89
Average	$169,395	$14,116	$3,258	$81
25th Percentile	$168,238	$14,020	$3,235	$81

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Processing Engineer V Salaries

A Materials Processing Engineer V'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 V Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Processing Engineer V'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): $168,929
Early Career (1-2 years): $169,015
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,050
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,222
Expert (over 8 years): $169,360

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Materials Processing Engineer V	$168,929
Intermediate Level Materials Processing Engineer V	$169,015
Senior Level Materials Processing Engineer V	$169,050
Specialist Level Materials Processing Engineer V	$169,222
Expert Level Materials Processing Engineer V	$169,360

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

District of Columbia: $169,395.
California: $168,752.
Massachusetts: $166,503.

District of Columbia $169,395 California $168,752 Massachusetts $166,503 Washington $165,891 New Jersey $165,830 Alaska $165,616 Connecticut $163,505 New York $162,648

Hawaii $159,909 Rhode Island $158,624 Maryland $157,752 Minnesota $156,559 Colorado $156,100 Illinois $155,947 Oregon $155,365 Delaware $154,937

New Hampshire $154,668 Virginia $154,065 Pennsylvania $152,306 Nevada $151,418 North Dakota $151,127 Michigan $150,668 Wisconsin $150,500 Vermont $150,164

Texas $149,230 Maine $149,169 Arizona $149,077 Ohio $148,970 Georgia $147,563 Indiana $146,859 Wyoming $146,721 Utah $146,507

Iowa $146,415 Kansas $145,681 Louisiana $145,467 North Carolina $145,390 Missouri $145,360 Florida $144,763 Montana $144,442 Nebraska $144,136

Kentucky $143,967 South Carolina $143,355 Tennessee $142,973 Idaho $142,820 New Mexico $141,703 Oklahoma $141,458 Alabama $140,556 South Dakota $139,041

Arkansas $138,215 West Virginia $137,771 Mississippi $136,440

Top Paying Cities for Materials Processing Engineer Vs

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: $169,395
Washington: $169,395
Naval Anacost Annex: $169,395

Parcel Return Service, DC $169,395 Washington, DC $169,395 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $169,395 Washington Navy Yard, DC $169,395

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

Understanding how a Materials Processing Engineer V'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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$168,238

Average $169,395/year

$185,825

$14,020

Average $14,116/month

$15,485

$3,235

Average $3,258/week

$3,574

$81

Average $81/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,825	$15,485	$3,574	$89
Average	$169,395	$14,116	$3,258	$81
25th Percentile	$168,238	$14,020	$3,235	$81

Materials Processing Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Processing Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Processing Engineer Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $162,603 - a projected growth of -4% over your current level.

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