Materials Engineer Salary in Kentucky
Explore materials engineer salaries in Kentucky including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in KY
$90,213
Monthly: $7,518
Biweekly: $3,470
Entry Level
$54,871
Monthly: $4,573
Biweekly: $2,110
Senior Level
$123,694
Monthly: $10,308
Biweekly: $4,757
Job Growth
17%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $54,871 | $90,213 | $123,694 |
| Monthly | $4,573 | $7,518 | $10,308 |
| Biweekly | $2,110 | $3,470 | $4,757 |
| Weekly | $1,055 | $1,735 | $2,379 |
| Hourly | $26 | $43 | $59 |
KY vs National Comparison
National Median
$108,690
KY Median
$90,213
Difference
-$18,477
Multiplier
0.83x
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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