How much does a materials engineer make in Dayton?
$137,300a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area. That is $66.00 an hour or $11,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.00
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 90
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,200Median: $137,300Highest 10%: $183,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,200 | $39.04 | |
| 25th | $105,600 | $50.76 | |
| Median | $137,300 | $66.00 | |
| 75th | $162,400 | $78.09 | |
| 90th | $183,900 | $88.39 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for materials engineers.
| Cincinnati, OH | $127,700 |
| Toledo, OH | $110,600 |
| Cleveland, OH | $106,300 |
| Columbus, OH | $104,400 |
| Akron, OH | $102,600 |
Related jobs in Dayton
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Engineer | $142,100 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $135,100 |
| Electronics Engineer | $135,000 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $129,400 |
| Chemical Engineer | $123,900 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $121,000 |
| Environmental Engineer | $119,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $103,700 |
| Architect | $102,600 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $101,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Dayton?
The median hourly pay in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area is $66.00 ($137,300 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Dayton than the national average?
Yes: $137,300 against $112,900 nationally, 22% more.
How does Dayton compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $106,500, so Dayton pays 29% more.
Where does Dayton rank for materials engineer pay?
8 of 90 metro areas with data.
How much does a materials engineer make starting out in Dayton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $81,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $183,900 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.