How much does a materials scientist make in Maryland?
$112,400a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Maryland. That is $54.04 an hour or $9,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.04
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,990Median: $112,400Highest 10%: $165,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,990 | $33.65 | |
| 25th | $77,580 | $37.30 | |
| Median | $112,400 | $54.04 | |
| 75th | $135,800 | $65.30 | |
| 90th | $165,700 | $79.65 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $127,500 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $127,500 |
| Baltimore, MD | $92,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 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 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $106,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $54.04 ($112,400 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Maryland than the national average?
No: $112,400 against $117,800 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Maryland rank for materials scientist pay?
Maryland ranks 17 of 30 states.
Which city in Maryland pays materials scientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $127,500 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.