How much does a materials scientist make in Washington?
$127,300a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Washington. That is $61.18 an hour or $10,600 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.18
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,390Median: $127,300Highest 10%: $209,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,390 | $36.73 | |
| 25th | $98,000 | $47.12 | |
| Median | $127,300 | $61.18 | |
| 75th | $163,800 | $78.76 | |
| 90th | $209,800 | $100.87 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $150,600 |
| Seattle, WA | $137,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 7. New York | $131,700 |
| 8. Indiana | $130,500 |
| 9. Connecticut | $130,300 |
| 10. Washington | $127,300 |
| 11. Utah | $126,800 |
| 12. Illinois | $125,900 |
| 13. Virginia | $124,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $61.18 ($127,300 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $127,300 against $117,800 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for materials scientist pay?
Washington ranks 10 of 30 states.
Which city in Washington pays materials scientists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $150,600 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.