How much does a Materials Scientist make in Fort Collins, CO?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Materials Scientist in Fort Collins, CO is $103,434. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $91,876 to $114,483, with most professionals earning between $81,353 and $124,542.

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 $81,353 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $91,876 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $103,434 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $114,483 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $124,542 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
25% $91,876 10% $81,353 90% $124,542 75% $114,483 $103,434 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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
    Master's Degree or MBA

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Materials Scientist in Fort Collins, CO. The base salary for Materials Scientist ranges from $91,876 to $114,483 with the average base salary of $103,434. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $91,876 to $114,483 with the average total cash compensation of $103,434.
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