As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Materials Specialist in the US is $134,406, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,585 weekly, or $11,201 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 $113,220 to $155,244. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($123,316) and 75th percentile ($145,313), while top earners (90th percentile) make $155,244 per year. This $21,997 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 $113,220 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $123,316 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $134,406 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $145,313 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Materials Specialist Salary $155,244 US September 01, 2026
25% $123,316 10% $113,220 90% $155,244 75% $145,313 $134,406 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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