How much does a materials engineer make in Connecticut?
$122,300a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in Connecticut. That is $58.80 an hour or $10,190 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.80
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $88,330Median: $122,300Highest 10%: $155,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $88,330 | $42.47 | |
| 25th | $104,400 | $50.20 | |
| Median | $122,300 | $58.80 | |
| 75th | $137,100 | $65.93 | |
| 90th | $155,400 | $74.73 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $108,800 |
| Waterbury, CT | $98,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials engineers.
| 9. Colorado | $124,000 |
| 10. Alaska | $123,400 |
| 11. Oregon | $122,900 |
| 12. Connecticut | $122,300 |
| 13. South Carolina | $121,600 |
| 14. Florida | $118,800 |
| 15. Texas | $117,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $58.80 ($122,300 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $122,300 against $112,900 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for materials engineer pay?
Connecticut ranks 12 of 45 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays materials engineers the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $108,800 a year.
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.