Materials Engineers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $84,590 -21.9% vs national
Median hourly $40.67
10th percentile $62,840
90th percentile $106,070
Employed locally 30
National median $108,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,840
    25th
    $66,880
    50th (median)
    $84,590
    75th
    $98,880
    90th
    $106,070

    Top-paying metros for Materials Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $151,260
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $147,080
    Boulder, CO $141,320
    Washington $140,810
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $140,810
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $140,180

    Related occupations in South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,550
    Mechanical Engineers $90,660
    Electrical Engineers $84,340
    Civil Engineers $81,420
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,970
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $65,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Materials Engineers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Materials Engineers in South Central Wisconsin is $40.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.99 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Materials Engineers salaries?

    The median Materials Engineers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 21.9% below the national median of $108,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Materials Engineers in South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Materials Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $62,840 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,880.