Materials Scientist Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Materials Scientist Salary in Pittsburgh, PA

How much does a Materials Scientist make in Pittsburgh, PA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Materials Scientist in Pittsburgh, PA is $102,818. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $91,329 to $113,801, with most professionals earning between $80,869 and $123,800.

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10th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $80,869 Pittsburgh,PA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $91,329 Pittsburgh,PA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $102,818 Pittsburgh,PA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $113,801 Pittsburgh,PA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Materials Scientist Salary $123,800 Pittsburgh,PA March 01, 2025
25% $91,329 10% $80,869 90% $123,800 75% $113,801 $102,818 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 Pittsburgh, PA. The base salary for Materials Scientist ranges from $91,329 to $113,801 with the average base salary of $102,818. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $91,329 to $113,801 with the average total cash compensation of $102,818.
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