Materials Scientists Salary in Washington
Materials Scientists in Washington earn a median of $127,250 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $127,250
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($117,790)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,390; the top 10% earn over $209,800. Nationally the range is $66,820 to $197,290.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Materials Engineers$139,840 median in Washington
- Nanosystems Engineers$134,570 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Chemical Engineers$128,290 median in Washington
- Nuclear Engineers$129,480 median in Washington
- Microsystems Engineers$134,570 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Aerospace Engineers$158,370 median in Washington
Materials Scientists pay in Washington
How much do materials scientists make in Washington?
The median is $127,250 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,390 and the top 10% earn over $209,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for materials scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 30 (+8% vs. the national median of $117,790). Living costs are not included.