As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Materials Specialist in the US is $134,399, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,585 weekly, or $11,200 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Materials Specialist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Materials Specialist in the US vary widely, spanning from $113,104 to $155,156. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($123,253) and 75th percentile ($145,264), while top earners (90th percentile) make $155,156 per year. This $22,011 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Material Handling, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Materials Specialist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 56 companies and industry startups. 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 Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $113,104 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $123,253 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $134,399 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $145,264 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $155,156 US August 01, 2026
25% $123,253 10% $113,104 90% $155,156 75% $145,264 $134,399 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Specialist in the United States. The base salary for Materials Specialist ranges from $123,253 to $145,264 with the average base salary of $134,399. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $153,796 to $187,246 with the average total cash compensation of $168,993.

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