What are the main factors that influence an Additive Manufacturing Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Additive Manufacturing Engineer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Additive Manufacturing Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Additive Manufacturing Engineer's salary?

An Additive Manufacturing Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Manufacturing Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $88,335, a Additive Manufacturing Engineer (2-4 years)earns $100,143, a Manufacturing Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,276, a Manufacturing Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,617, a Manufacturing Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $161,557,

What are the highest paying states for an Additive Manufacturing Engineer?

Additive Manufacturing Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Additive Manufacturing Engineer roles are District of Columbia $100,742, California $100,360, Massachusetts $99,022. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Additive Manufacturing Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Additive Manufacturing Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing Equipment Engineer IV: $127,127; Additive Manufacturing Research Engineer: $110,693; Manufacturing Engineer III: $103,176; Manufacturing Engineer II: $89,631; Manufacturing Equipment Engineer I: $78,018.

Additive Manufacturing Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Additive Manufacturing Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Additive Manufacturing Engineer in District of Columbia is $100,742 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, an Additive Manufacturing Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,309
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,801 to $108,890
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,661

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI Onboarding

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Additive Manufacturing Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,890	$9,074	$2,094	$52
Average	$100,742	$8,395	$1,937	$48
25th Percentile	$91,801	$7,650	$1,765	$44

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Additive Manufacturing Engineer Job Openings in District of Columbia

Senior Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

JABIL CIRCUIT, INC - Washington, DC

Drupal Developer and Lead Drupal Developer

X Corp Solutions Inc - WASHINGTON, DC

Dental Hygienist

Penobscot Indian Nation - OLD TOWN, ME

Physical Therapist - FT ($15k SOB) & PRN Openings!

Revive Health Senior Care Management and Affiliated facilities - RENO, NV

Search More Additive Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Key Factors That Influence Additive Manufacturing Engineer Salaries

An Additive Manufacturing Engineer'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 Additive Manufacturing Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Additive Manufacturing Engineer'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): $88,335
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,143
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,276
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,617
Expert (over 8 years): $161,557

Levels	Salary
Manufactu... Level Additive Manufacturing Engineer	$88,335
Additive ... Level Additive Manufacturing Engineer	$100,143
Manufactu... Level Additive Manufacturing Engineer	$115,276
Manufactu... Level Additive Manufacturing Engineer	$140,617
Manufactu... Level Additive Manufacturing Engineer	$161,557

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Additive Manufacturing Engineer 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 Additive Manufacturing Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $100,742.
California: $100,360.
Massachusetts: $99,022.

District of Columbia $100,742 California $100,360 Massachusetts $99,022 Washington $98,658 New Jersey $98,622 Alaska $98,494 Connecticut $97,239 New York $96,729

Hawaii $95,100 Rhode Island $94,336 Maryland $93,818 Minnesota $93,108 Colorado $92,835 Illinois $92,744 Oregon $92,398 Delaware $92,143

New Hampshire $91,983 Virginia $91,625 Pennsylvania $90,578 Nevada $90,051 North Dakota $89,878 Michigan $89,605 Wisconsin $89,505 Vermont $89,305

Texas $88,750 Maine $88,713 Arizona $88,659 Ohio $88,595 Georgia $87,758 Indiana $87,339 Wyoming $87,257 Utah $87,130

Iowa $87,075 Kansas $86,639 Louisiana $86,511 North Carolina $86,466 Missouri $86,448 Florida $86,093 Montana $85,902 Nebraska $85,720

Kentucky $85,620 South Carolina $85,256 Tennessee $85,028 Idaho $84,937 New Mexico $84,273 Oklahoma $84,127 Alabama $83,590 South Dakota $82,690

Arkansas $82,198 West Virginia $81,935 Mississippi $81,143

Top Paying Cities for Additive Manufacturing Engineers

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: $100,195
Washington: $100,196
Naval Anacost Annex: $100,191

Parcel Return Service, DC $100,195 Washington, DC $100,196 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $100,191 Washington Navy Yard, DC $100,195

Additive Manufacturing Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Additive Manufacturing Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Additive Manufacturing Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Additive Manufacturing Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$151,113	$73.0	50%

Additive Manufacturing Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Additive Manufacturing Engineer'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$91,801

Average $100,742/year

$108,890

$7,650

Average $8,395/month

$9,074

$1,765

Average $1,937/week

$2,094

$44

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,890	$9,074	$2,094	$52
Average	$100,742	$8,395	$1,937	$48
25th Percentile	$91,801	$7,650	$1,765	$44

Salaries of jobs related to Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Find Your Next Additive Manufacturing Engineer Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Additive Manufacturing Engineer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In District of Columbia

Cost of Living in District of Columbia is

10.7% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about