Massachusetts Median
$132,600
per year
Hourly Rate
$63.75
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+13% vs US median
US median $117,790
State Rank
#5 of 30
890 employed here
How much does a Materials Scientist make in Massachusetts?
Materials Scientists in Massachusetts take home a median of $132,600 annually — roughly $63.75 an hour — which runs 13% above the national median of $117,790.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $96,310 while the top 10% make $168,390 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $103,890 and $145,600 a year.
Materials Scientist salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $96,310 | $46.30 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $103,890 | $49.95 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $132,600 | $63.75 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $145,600 | $70.00 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $168,390 | $80.96 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 5th out of 30 states and territories for Materials Scientist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Materials Scientist salary in other states
California $177,030Oregon $150,550Wisconsin $137,700District of Columbia $137,600Minnesota $132,160New York $131,740Indiana $130,540Connecticut $130,320Washington $127,250Utah $126,840Illinois $125,850Virginia $124,150New Hampshire $119,990Colorado $117,290Kansas $115,490Maryland $112,400Ohio $108,830Michigan $107,410Pennsylvania $106,920North Carolina $106,470New Jersey $103,150Florida $102,340South Carolina $101,930Nevada $97,490Georgia $91,970Iowa $88,320Texas $72,700Montana $71,810Tennessee $69,010
Working as a Materials Scientist in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Materials Scientists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($132,600) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Materials Scientist make in Massachusetts?
The median Materials Scientist salary in Massachusetts is $132,600 per year, or about $63.75 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $96,310 at the entry level to $168,390 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Materials Scientists about 13% more than the national median of $117,790. Massachusetts ranks 5th out of 30 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Materials Scientists?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $132,600 a year. About 890 Materials Scientists are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.