How much does a materials scientist make in Florida?
$102,300a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Florida. That is $49.20 an hour or $8,528 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.20
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,270Median: $102,300Highest 10%: $155,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,270 | $37.15 | |
| 25th | $80,720 | $38.81 | |
| Median | $102,300 | $49.20 | |
| 75th | $124,900 | $60.03 | |
| 90th | $155,100 | $74.55 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 20. Pennsylvania | $106,900 |
| 21. North Carolina | $106,500 |
| 22. New Jersey | $103,200 |
| 23. Florida | $102,300 |
| 24. South Carolina | $101,900 |
| 25. Nevada | $97,490 |
| 26. Georgia | $91,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $49.20 ($102,300 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $102,300 against $117,800 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Florida rank for materials scientist pay?
Florida ranks 23 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.