Construction Materials Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Materials Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Materials Engineer in the United States is $68,238 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,455
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,675 to $76,726
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,595
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Construction Materials Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $76,726 $6,394 $1,476 $37
Average $68,238 $5,686 $1,312 $33
25th Percentile $51,675 $4,306 $994 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Materials Engineer Salaries

A Construction Materials 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Materials Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Materials 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): $63,637
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,327
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,628
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,388
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,539
Levels Salary
Entry Level Construction Materials Engineer$63,637
Intermediate Level Construction Materials Engineer$64,327
Senior Level Construction Materials Engineer$66,628
Specialist Level Construction Materials Engineer$69,388
Expert Level Construction Materials Engineer$71,539
$63,637 0 yr
$64,327 < 2 yrs
$66,628 2-4 yrs
$69,388 5-8 yrs
$71,539 > 8 yrs
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How Do Construction Materials 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 Construction Materials Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $75,553.
  • California: $75,266.
  • Massachusetts: $74,263.

Top Paying Cities for Construction Materials 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:

  • San Jose: $86,068
  • San Francisco: $85,222
  • Oakland: $83,332

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Materials Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 11.76% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 11.76% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Auditing (Mentioned in 2.94% Job Postings): Auditing refers to the independent examination of financial information of any entity whether profit oriented or not. It is a safeguard measure that prevents corruption.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 11.76%
Data Entry 11.76%
Auditing 2.94%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Construction Materials Engineer's salary.
  • Auditing: Can increase your salary by up to 29%.
  • Economics: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Data Entry: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Auditing
$88,027
29%
Economics
$79,838
17%
Data Entry
$76,426
12%
Flexibility
$71,650
5%
Work Under Pressure
$70,285
3%
Organizing
$70,285
3%
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How Education impacts a Construction Materials Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Materials Engineers enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Materials Engineer with a No Diploma is between $67,393 and $74,417).

Construction Materials Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Materials Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 33.3%
High School 33.3%
Associates 33.3%
Bachelors 26.7%
Masters 6.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Construction Materials Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Materials 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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Construction Materials Engineer

Salaries for a Construction Materials Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $67,969 in 2023 to around $66,302 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Materials Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Construction Materials Engineer Over Time

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$67,371
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