How much does a materials engineer make in Albany?
$134,600a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $64.73 an hour or $11,220 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.73
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 90
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,150Median: $134,600Highest 10%: $168,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,150 | $36.61 | |
| 25th | $106,400 | $51.17 | |
| Median | $134,600 | $64.73 | |
| 75th | $161,800 | $77.80 | |
| 90th | $168,700 | $81.12 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for materials engineers.
| New York, NY | $147,500 |
| Buffalo, NY | $106,500 |
Related jobs in Albany
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Aerospace Engineer | $133,800 |
| Engineer | $130,800 |
| Electronics Engineer | $127,600 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $108,300 |
| Electrical Engineer | $105,900 |
| Industrial Engineer | $104,200 |
| Civil Engineer | $102,500 |
| Architect | $98,350 |
| Environmental Engineer | $96,540 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $96,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $64.73 ($134,600 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $134,600 against $112,900 nationally, 19% more.
How does Albany compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $125,900, so Albany pays 7% more.
Where does Albany rank for materials engineer pay?
9 of 90 metro areas with data.
How much does a materials engineer make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $76,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $168,700 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.