How much does a materials engineer make in Oregon?
$122,900a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in Oregon. That is $59.06 an hour or $10,240 a month.
- Hourly
- $59.06
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,040Median: $122,900Highest 10%: $162,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,040 | $38.00 | |
| 25th | $98,670 | $47.44 | |
| Median | $122,900 | $59.06 | |
| 75th | $147,400 | $70.88 | |
| 90th | $162,600 | $78.17 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $128,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials engineers.
| 8. New York | $125,900 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $59.06 ($122,900 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $122,900 against $112,900 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Oregon rank for materials engineer pay?
Oregon ranks 11 of 45 states.
Which city in Oregon pays materials engineers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $128,300 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.