How much does a materials engineer make in Washington?
$139,800a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in Washington. That is $67.23 an hour or $11,650 a month.
- Hourly
- $67.23
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,000
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $92,570Median: $139,800Highest 10%: $199,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,570 | $44.50 | |
| 25th | $123,000 | $59.12 | |
| Median | $139,800 | $67.23 | |
| 75th | $176,300 | $84.75 | |
| 90th | $199,300 | $95.79 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $156,100 |
| Portland, OR | $128,300 |
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 |
| 6. California | $128,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $67.23 ($139,800 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $139,800 against $112,900 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Washington rank for materials engineer pay?
Washington ranks 3 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays materials engineers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $156,100 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.