What are the main factors that influence a Material Planner'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 Material Planner?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Material Planner roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Material Planner's salary?

A Material Planner's salary grows with experience: a Materials Planner I (0-2 years)earns $57,709, a Material Planner (2-4 years)earns $70,137, a Materials Planner III (4-7 years)earns $85,848, a Materials Planner IV (7+ years)earns $111,185, a Materials Planner V (7-10 years)earns $143,321,

What are the highest paying states for a Material Planner?

Material Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Material Planner roles are District of Columbia $77,151, California $76,858, Massachusetts $75,834. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Material Planner roles make?

Salaries for Material Planner level roles vary by specialization: Materials Planner V: $145,197; Materials Planner IV: $112,640; Senior Materials Planner: $86,980; Materials Planner III: $86,972; Senior Material Planner: $83,311.

Material Planner Salary in Delaware

How much does a Material Planner make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Material Planner in Delaware is $70,566 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Material Planner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,711
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,674 to $76,399
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,489

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Material Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,399	$6,367	$1,469	$37
Average	$70,566	$5,880	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$62,674	$5,223	$1,205	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Material Planner Salaries

A Material Planner'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 Material Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Material Planner'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): $57,709
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,137
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,848
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,185
Expert (over 8 years): $143,321

Levels	Salary
Materials... Level Material Planner	$57,709
Material ... Level Material Planner	$70,137
Materials... Level Material Planner	$85,848
Materials... Level Material Planner	$111,185
Materials... Level Material Planner	$143,321

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How Do Material Planner 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 Material Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,151.
California: $76,858.
Massachusetts: $75,834.

District of Columbia $77,151 California $76,858 Massachusetts $75,834 Washington $75,555 New Jersey $75,527 Alaska $75,430 Connecticut $74,468 New York $74,078

Hawaii $72,830 Rhode Island $72,245 Maryland $71,848 Minnesota $71,304 Colorado $71,095 Illinois $71,026 Oregon $70,761 Delaware $70,566

New Hampshire $70,443 Virginia $70,169 Pennsylvania $69,367 Nevada $68,963 North Dakota $68,831 Michigan $68,622 Wisconsin $68,545 Vermont $68,392

Texas $67,967 Maine $67,939 Arizona $67,897 Ohio $67,848 Georgia $67,207 Indiana $66,887 Wyoming $66,824 Utah $66,726

Iowa $66,685 Kansas $66,350 Louisiana $66,253 North Carolina $66,218 Missouri $66,204 Florida $65,932 Montana $65,786 Nebraska $65,646

Kentucky $65,570 South Carolina $65,291 Tennessee $65,117 Idaho $65,047 New Mexico $64,538 Oklahoma $64,427 Alabama $64,016 South Dakota $63,326

Arkansas $62,950 West Virginia $62,748 Mississippi $62,141

Top Paying Cities for Material Planners

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: $70,248
Little Creek: $70,762
Magnolia: $70,661

Lincoln, DE $70,248 Little Creek, DE $70,762 Magnolia, DE $70,661 Milford, DE $70,426 Marydel, DE $70,542 Millsboro, DE $69,953 Millville, DE $70,061 Milton, DE $70,183

Nassau, DE $70,233 Ocean View, DE $70,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,184 Seaford, DE $70,224 Selbyville, DE $69,933 Smyrna, DE $70,811 Viola, DE $70,485 Woodside, DE $70,675

Bear, DE $70,511 Newark, DE $70,485 Claymont, DE $70,629 Delaware City, DE $70,555 Hockessin, DE $70,479 Kirkwood, DE $70,542 Middletown, DE $70,569 Montchanin, DE $70,495

New Castle, DE $70,505 Odessa, DE $70,604 Port Penn, DE $70,652 Rockland, DE $70,502 Saint Georges, DE $70,547 Townsend, DE $70,656 Winterthur, DE $70,510 Lewes, DE $70,210

Wilmington, DE $70,482 Dover, DE $70,762 Dover Afb, DE $70,390 Bethany Beach, DE $69,976 Bethel, DE $70,048 Bridgeville, DE $70,213 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,563 Cheswold, DE $70,739

Clayton, DE $70,741 Dagsboro, DE $69,927 Delmar, DE $69,815 Ellendale, DE $70,027 Felton, DE $70,421 Fenwick Island, DE $69,942 Frankford, DE $69,820 Frederica, DE $70,491

Georgetown, DE $69,900 Greenwood, DE $70,224 Harbeson, DE $69,975 Harrington, DE $70,332 Hartly, DE $70,551 Houston, DE $70,231 Kenton, DE $70,745 Laurel, DE $69,859

Yorklyn, DE $70,500

Material Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Material Planner roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Material Planner positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Material Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Material Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$74,094	$36.0	5%

Material Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Material Planner'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 August 01, 2026

$62,674

Average $70,566/year

$76,399

$5,223

Average $5,880/month

$6,367

$1,205

Average $1,357/week

$1,469

$30

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,399	$6,367	$1,469	$37
Average	$70,566	$5,880	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$62,674	$5,223	$1,205	$30

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