Materials Scientists Salary in New York
Materials Scientists in New York earn a median of $131,740 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $131,740
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($117,790)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 530
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,880; the top 10% earn over $204,830. Nationally the range is $66,820 to $197,290.
States ranked near New York
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- Microsystems Engineers$117,600 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Aerospace Engineers$130,330 median in New York
Materials Scientists pay in New York
How much do materials scientists make in New York?
The median is $131,740 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,880 and the top 10% earn over $204,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for materials scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 30 (+12% vs. the national median of $117,790). Living costs are not included.