How much does a materials scientist make in Kansas?
$115,500a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Kansas. That is $55.52 an hour or $9,624 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.52
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $86,800Median: $115,500Highest 10%: $182,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,800 | $41.73 | |
| 25th | $103,600 | $49.82 | |
| Median | $115,500 | $55.52 | |
| 75th | $134,800 | $64.82 | |
| 90th | $182,800 | $87.88 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 13. Virginia | $124,200 |
| 14. New Hampshire | $120,000 |
| 15. Colorado | $117,300 |
| 16. Kansas | $115,500 |
| 17. Maryland | $112,400 |
| 18. Ohio | $108,800 |
| 19. Michigan | $107,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $55.52 ($115,500 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $115,500 against $117,800 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Kansas rank for materials scientist pay?
Kansas ranks 16 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.