As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Materials Scientist in Alpena, SD is $97,004, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,865 weekly, or $8,084 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Materials Scientist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Materials Scientist in Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $79,841 to $117,306. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,020) and 75th percentile ($107,631), while top earners (90th percentile) make $117,306 per year. This $19,611 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Analytical Chemistry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alpena Materials Scientist often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Materials Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $79,841 Alpena, SD October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $88,020 Alpena, SD October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $97,004 Alpena, SD October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $107,631 Alpena, SD October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $117,306 Alpena, SD October 01, 2026
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    Chemist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Materials Scientist

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Chemist IV

    7 + years experience
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133796
117723
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Materials Scientist in Alpena, SD. The base salary for Materials Scientist ranges from $88,020 to $107,631 with the average base salary of $97,004. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $103,135 to $133,796 with the average total cash compensation of $117,723.
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About Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

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