BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Materials Engineers in California earn between $82,460 and $183,880, with a mean of $131,090. The national average for this role is $119,644.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $131,090 |
| National Average | $119,644 |
| New Mexico | $173,000 |
| Washington | $149,070 |
| Maryland | $140,770 |
| Delaware | $136,900 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.