Materials Engineer Salary in California
Explore materials engineer salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$139,123
Monthly: $11,594
Biweekly: $5,351
Entry Level
$84,621
Monthly: $7,052
Biweekly: $3,255
Senior Level
$190,757
Monthly: $15,896
Biweekly: $7,337
Job Growth
17%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $84,621 | $139,123 | $190,757 |
| Monthly | $7,052 | $11,594 | $15,896 |
| Biweekly | $3,255 | $5,351 | $7,337 |
| Weekly | $1,627 | $2,675 | $3,668 |
| Hourly | $41 | $67 | $92 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$108,690
CA Median
$139,123
Difference
+$30,433
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Develop and test new materials for industrial applications.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Engineering
Key Skills
Materials ScienceTesting & AnalysisProcess DevelopmentProblem Solving
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