How much does a materials scientist make in Texas?
$72,700a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Texas. That is $34.95 an hour or $6,058 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.95
- Vs. national median
- -38%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,970Median: $72,700Highest 10%: $151,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,970 | $24.50 | |
| 25th | $62,510 | $30.05 | |
| Median | $72,700 | $34.95 | |
| 75th | $114,100 | $54.86 | |
| 90th | $151,100 | $72.62 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $82,080 |
| Houston, TX | $75,360 |
| College Station, TX | $63,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 25. Nevada | $97,490 |
| 26. Georgia | $91,970 |
| 27. Iowa | $88,320 |
| 28. Texas | $72,700 |
| 29. Montana | $71,810 |
| 30. Tennessee | $69,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $34.95 ($72,700 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $72,700 against $117,800 nationally, 38% less.
Where does Texas rank for materials scientist pay?
Texas ranks 28 of 30 states.
Which city in Texas pays materials scientists the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $82,080 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.