How much does a materials engineer make in Maryland?
$140,600a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in Maryland. That is $67.62 an hour or $11,720 a month.
- Hourly
- $67.62
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,470Median: $140,600Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,470 | $38.21 | |
| 25th | $110,000 | $52.87 | |
| Median | $140,600 | $67.62 | |
| 75th | $173,700 | $83.52 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baltimore, MD | $144,000 |
| Washington, DC | $140,600 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $125,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials engineers.
| 1. New Mexico | $165,600 |
| 2. Maryland | $140,600 |
| 3. Washington | $139,800 |
| 4. Delaware | $131,300 |
| 5. Louisiana | $128,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $67.62 ($140,600 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $140,600 against $112,900 nationally, 25% more.
Where does Maryland rank for materials engineer pay?
Maryland ranks 2 of 45 states.
Which city in Maryland pays materials engineers the most?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD, with a median of $144,000 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.