How much does a materials scientist make in Connecticut?
$130,300a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Connecticut. That is $62.65 an hour or $10,860 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.65
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,440Median: $130,300Highest 10%: $201,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,440 | $34.83 | |
| 25th | $80,080 | $38.50 | |
| Median | $130,300 | $62.65 | |
| 75th | $160,000 | $76.92 | |
| 90th | $201,800 | $97.01 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 6. Minnesota | $132,200 |
| 7. New York | $131,700 |
| 8. Indiana | $130,500 |
| 9. Connecticut | $130,300 |
| 10. Washington | $127,300 |
| 11. Utah | $126,800 |
| 12. Illinois | $125,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $62.65 ($130,300 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $130,300 against $117,800 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for materials scientist pay?
Connecticut ranks 9 of 30 states.
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.