How much does a materials scientist make in Indiana?
$130,500a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Indiana. That is $62.76 an hour or $10,880 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.76
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,660Median: $130,500Highest 10%: $197,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,660 | $25.80 | |
| 25th | $82,180 | $39.51 | |
| Median | $130,500 | $62.76 | |
| 75th | $190,600 | $91.65 | |
| 90th | $197,900 | $95.15 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $133,300 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $107,500 |
| Louisville, KY | $60,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 5. Massachusetts | $132,600 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $62.76 ($130,500 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $130,500 against $117,800 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Indiana rank for materials scientist pay?
Indiana ranks 8 of 30 states.
Which city in Indiana pays materials scientists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $133,300 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.